Priorities
Standing Strong for Strong Schools
Public dollars belong in public schools
Arkansas families deserve strong, well-funded public schools. Andrew will fight to ensure that taxpayer dollars stay in public classrooms, not diverted into unaccountable voucher schemes that weaken local schools. Sherwood and Jacksonville students should benefit directly from the resources their communities invest.
Supporting teachers and staff
Our educators are the backbone of our public school system. Andrew supports competitive salaries, better training opportunities, and professional development that helps teachers grow and stay in the classroom. When educators feel valued, students succeed.
Investing in safe and modern school facilities
Students learn best in safe, well-equipped environments. Andrew will advocate for modernized buildings, updated technology, and the infrastructure improvements needed to create strong, future-ready learning spaces.
Expanding career and technical programs
Not every student plans to attend a four-year college. Andrew supports expanding career and technical education so students can graduate ready for high-demand, high-wage jobs. Local industries benefit, and families gain more pathways to success.
Honest, Transparent Government
Taxpayers deserve accountability
Arkansans work hard for their money, and they deserve to know how it is being spent. Andrew will advocate for transparency in budgeting, contracting, and government operations so the public can see where their tax dollars go.
Ending backroom politics
Too often, decisions affecting families are made out of public view. Andrew believes government should operate openly, with clear processes and accessible information. He will oppose efforts to weaken public oversight or restrict access to public records.
Protecting and strengthening the FOIA
Arkansas’s Freedom of Information Act is a vital tool for accountability. Andrew will work to defend it from attacks and ensure that citizens maintain the right to access government documents without unnecessary barriers.
Accessible Health Care
Jacksonville’s Unity Health closed its emergency room and med-surg unit in April 2026. For families in District 67, access to care is not an abstract issue.
Health care should keep families healthy — not leave them behind
Families across Arkansas deserve reliable access to doctors, clinics, and mental-health services. Andrew supports policies that strengthen community care and expand access to essential health resources.
Protecting Medicaid access
Medicaid provides critical coverage for hundreds of thousands of Arkansans. Andrew will oppose unnecessary cuts, administrative barriers, and policies that jeopardize health coverage for families, seniors, and children.
Expanding mental-health resources
Mental-health services are underfunded and overstretched. Andrew supports expanding access to counseling, crisis services, and treatment options so families can receive the support they need close to home.
Strengthening local clinics and hospitals
Many communities depend on small clinics and regional hospitals. Andrew will advocate for funding and policies that help these providers stay open and accessible, especially in areas where health-care options are limited.
Stronger, Safer Communities
Investing in local infrastructure
Safe, reliable infrastructure keeps communities moving. Andrew supports improving roads, bridges, drainage systems, and public facilities so families can live and work safely.
Preparing for emergencies
Communities need strong emergency response systems during storms, crises, and disasters. Andrew will advocate for better planning, updated equipment, and support for first responders.
Supporting local businesses and neighborhoods
Thriving communities rely on strong local economies. Andrew will champion policies that support small businesses, encourage redevelopment, and help families put down long-term roots in Sherwood and Jacksonville.
Respect for Veterans
Supporting those who served
Veterans and military families deserve genuine support, not just symbolic gestures. Andrew will work to expand veterans’ services, improve access to mental-health care, and ensure benefits are delivered efficiently.
Workforce opportunities for veterans
Many veterans transition from service with valuable skills that employers need. Andrew supports workforce development programs that connect veterans to high-quality jobs and meaningful careers.
Supporting military families
Families of service members face unique challenges. Andrew will advocate for resources that strengthen schools, housing stability, and health services for active-duty families and retirees.
Cybersecurity & Modernization
Protecting critical infrastructure
Arkansas relies on essential systems — energy grids, water utilities, hospitals, and transportation networks — that are increasingly targeted by foreign nation-states and organized cybercriminals. Andrew will strengthen statewide coordination and invest in proactive defenses that keep these systems secure.
Data privacy and security
Arkansans deserve confidence that their personal information is safe. Andrew supports stronger data privacy protections, updated security standards, and modernized digital safeguards to prevent breaches and protect sensitive information.
Defending against foreign threats
Adversarial nations routinely probe state and local systems nationwide. With real cybersecurity experience, Andrew will help Arkansas identify vulnerabilities, adopt best practices, and build resilience against foreign cyber intrusions.
Building a skilled cyber workforce
Arkansas needs more trained cyber professionals to secure its future. Andrew supports expanding cybersecurity education, career pathways, and partnerships that strengthen both economic opportunity and statewide security.