One candidate is tracked for Arkansas House District 49, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Jay Richardson. Candidate information follows official Sebastian County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Jay Richardson (Democratic) is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Arkansas House District 49; unopposed candidates still appear on Arkansas ballots. Jay Richardson is the sitting member, per the General Assembly roster. Party nominees were chosen at the March 3, 2026 primary (March 31 runoff where needed), per the Secretary of State.
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This race. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot. The sitting officeholder, Jay Richardson, is on the ballot. One name is on the ballot for this seat.
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Democratic Incumbent
Jay Richardson works in business development at Centuria Ventures, per arkansashouse.org. He is serving his fourth term in the Arkansas House, representing District 49 from Fort Smith, per arkansashouse.org.
Who is running for Arkansas House District 49 in 2026?
One candidate is tracked for Arkansas House District 49, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Jay Richardson. Candidate information follows official Sebastian County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Arkansas House District 49 election in Arkansas?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Arkansas are on the Arkansas election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Sebastian County ballot?
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Candidate roster from official Sebastian County and state election office filings, last verified September 29, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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