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Arkansas

"Regnat Populus"

The Razorback State gave America Bill Clinton and the world's largest retailer. With 4 House seats, Arkansas politics often revolve around the tension between Little Rock progressives and rural conservatives—with Walmart's headquarters watching over it all.

South
Little Rock
Capital
3.0M
Population
25th State
Statehood
6
Electoral Votes

Voting & Civic Participation

Voter turnout trends, registration information, and voting access features

Voter Turnout

Overall Turnout 202453.5%

11.8% below national average

Youth Turnout (18-29)33.0%

16.0% below national average

Turnout Gap (Overall - Youth)20.5%

Concerning - Large gap

Voting Access Features

Early Voting
Mail-in Voting
Same-day Registration
Automatic Registration
Voter ID Required
Strict Photo ID Required

Civics Education Requirements

State-mandated civics courses, testing requirements, and education standards

D

Civics Education Standards

Strength Score: 87.5/100

Category: Strong (1.0-2.0)

Civics Test

Required for graduation

Test Type
USCIS Citizenship Test (Arkansas Civics Exam)
Passing Score
60%
Implemented
2018

Course Requirements

Government/Civics

Credits Required
0.5 credits
Duration
1.5 semesters
Grade Levels
high school

Sources