Matt Stone

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Matt Stone

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State Senate
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
Analysis
Personal Background

Matt Stone holds a diverse educational background, including degrees in Forestry and Mine Management and Safety, Operation Management and Theology, and a Doctorate of Theology, complemented by a graduate certificate in Conflict Mediation. He has spent years in leadership roles within the forestry industry, notably as the President of Stone Timber Company, Inc. Stone's public service career includes significant roles on the Camden City Council and the Ouachita County Sheriff’s Dive Search Rescue and Recovery Team. His legislative efforts focus on areas such as forestry, public safety, and education, reflecting a commitment to community and environmental issues.

Political Ideas

Matt Stone combines a deeply rooted local focus with unexpected policy stances, such as advocating for stringent forestry regulations while also pushing for amendments to ballot error corrections. His legislative efforts to combat antisemitism in schools and create the offense of capital rape reveal a commitment to social justice issues, juxtaposed with his background in forestry and mine management. Stone’s unique blend of theological education and practical business experience as the President of Stone Timber Company, Inc. suggests a nuanced approach to policymaking that balances regional economic interests with broader ethical considerations.

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2022: Arkansas State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

2022 Arkansas Senate election, 2nd district

17,791 votes (67.76%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Legislative Joint Auditing-Counties And Municipalities
Co-Chair
Agriculture, Forestry & Economic Development – Senate
Vice Chair
Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs – Senate
Member
Senate Rules, Resolutions & Memorials
Member
Legislative Joint Auditing
Member
Advanced Communications And Information Technology – Joint
Member
Legislative Joint Auditing – Executive Committee
Member
Legislative Joint Auditing-Medicaid Subcommittee
Member
Senate Ethics Committee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council Alc
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Administrative Rules
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Charitable, Penal, And Correctional Institutions
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Claims Review/Litigation Reports Oversight
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Highway Commission Review And Advisory Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-State Insurance Programs Oversight Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Hospital, Medicaid, & Developmental Disabilities Study Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Lottery Oversight Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Medical Marijuana Oversight Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Occupational Licensing Review Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Peer
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Game & Fish/State Police
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Higher Education Subcommittee
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Review
Member
Arkansas Legislative Council-Personnel
Member