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RJ Hawk

RepublicanIncumbent

Business owner

RJ Hawk is a Republican candidate for Arkansas House of Representatives District 81 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

RJ Hawk was born in Midland, Texas. Hawk graduated from Athens High School. He earned a bachelor's degree in mass communications from the University of Central Arkansas in 2008. Hawk's career experience includes owning Hawk Media Solutions and working as a realtor with Clark & Co. Realty, a radio talk show host, and a sideline reporter with the University of Central Arkansas. He has been affiliated with the Bryant Chamber of Commerce.[1][2]

Bachelor's:
University of Central Arkansas, 2008
High school:
Athens High School

Campaign themes

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am currently in my second term as a Bryant, Arkansas city councilman. I've been married for six years and have two kids. During my time in Saline county, I have raised over $400,000 for local charities.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I've been serving the people of Saline county for the past 12 years, I would be honored to represent the people of Bryant, Alexander and Shannon Hills in this newly created seat.At the legislature, I will fight to continue to lowering your taxes, support our first responders and bring good paying jobs to our area.If elected, I want to phase out the state income tax, continue to expand broadband internet availability and work to lower the retirement years for first responders.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm very passionate about city, county, and local issues. I want to work with our mayor's and county judge to provide immediate impacts for the people of the district.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to two people. My mom and David Bazzel.

My mom essentially raised me and my two sisters by herself. I got my work ethic from her and continue to try to make her proud every day. I was the first person in my family to get a college education and then one week later my mom got her's.

David Bazzel has been my professional mentor. He is a transplant to Arkansas and continues to give back to our community. I try to emulate everything I do both professionally and personally after the way that David has lived his life.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to be known as someone that has a compassion for people. After my time in office, I hope to leave Arkansas in a better place than when I was elected.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I have worked for 103.7 The Buzz in Little Rock for the past 14 years

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On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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