Washington County, Arkansas

Arkansas Senate District 31

One candidate is tracked for Arkansas Senate District 31, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Clint Penzo. Candidate information follows official Washington County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

About this race

Clint Penzo (Republican) is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Arkansas Senate District 31; unopposed candidates still appear on Arkansas ballots. Clint Penzo 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.

What this office does

State legislator. State legislators write and vote on state laws and the state budget, which fund schools, roads, prisons, universities and health programs, and set the rules for local governments and elections. Each member represents one district and serves on committees that shape bills before a floor vote. Terms are two years in most state houses and four in most state senates.

This race. Elected by district: only voters who live in the district see this race on their ballot. The sitting officeholder, Clint Penzo, is on the ballot. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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Clint Penzo

Republican Incumbent

Top priorities

growing the local economy
strengthening the healthcare system
property rights

Per the campaign site.

Biography

Clint Penzo is a Realtor and physical therapist who has served in the Arkansas House of Representatives, running for Arkansas Senate District 31, per his campaign site. A Tontitown native, he graduated from Springdale High School, earned an associate degree in Physical Therapy from NWACC and a bachelor's degree in Earth Science from the University of Arkansas, and previously worked at HealthSouth rehabilitating patients.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Arkansas Senate District 31 in 2026?

When is the Arkansas Senate District 31 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 Washington County ballot?

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Candidate roster from official Washington County and state election office filings, last verified September 27, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Clint Penzo, full profile Official Arkansas election office