Endorsed by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Attorney General Tim Griffin, and Lt. Governor Leslie Rutledge
RISON, AR — On Monday, Republican Harrell Wilson announced his candidacy for the Arkansas State Senate – District 1, with endorsements from Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Attorney General Tim Griffin, and Lieutenant Governor Leslie Rutledge. The Senate seat is being vacated by Senator Ben Gilmore, who will join the Attorney General’s office. The district includes all of Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, and Cleveland counties and parts of Drew, Grant, Jefferson, and Lincoln counties.
“The hardworking people, neighborly bonds, and wholesome communities make me proud to call Southeast Arkansas home. For generations, we have created jobs, run a successful business, and raised our children here. I am sad to see Senator Ben Gilmore leave the Senate, because he has been a great advocate for our part of the state. I know I have big shoes to fill, but I am ready to continue the great work he has done to make sure our next generation has the educational and career opportunities that will allow them to flourish and stay in Southeast Arkansas,” said Wilson.
Upon announcing his candidacy, Wilson also stated, “As your state senator, I will always fight to protect life, oppose any encroachment on the Second Amendment, and defend Arkansas family values. District 1 will continue to have a senator who will fight for limited government, less regulations on Arkansas businesses, lowering our tax burden, and solutions facing our forestry and agricultural industries. As a Christian conservative Republican, I understand and take seriously protecting our shared family values and our God-given individual liberties. Southeast Arkansas will have a senator who will continue making our community the best possible place to live, work, do business, and raise a family.”
About Harrell Wilson
Harrell Wilson currently serves as President of the Cleveland County School Board and on the AgHeritage Board of Directors. Harrell operates a family-owned hardwood sawmill and farms pine and hardwood timber. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. He serves on the Camp Wyldewood Board, Arkansas Forestry Association Board, AFA Education Foundation Board, and UAM Foundation Board and Board of Visitors. Harrell and his wife, Holley, have 3 sons and 2 granddaughters and reside in Rison, Arkansas. They are members of Rison Church of Christ, where Harrell serves as an elder.
