Housing

Culture

May 15

Low-income and middle-class citizens in almost all parts of District 35 are experiencing a housing crisis. A lot of people here are stuck in an endless cycle of paying high rent (we have about a 50 percent rental rate!), while others who are ready to buy are frustrated with the lack of available homes in the area.

I pledge to work with the new West Memphis Housing Coalition and form similar organizations in other communities. We will build a pipeline of homebuyers by working with local Realtors, lenders, credit counselors, and city officials to help residents build up credit scores and take advantage of federally-funded down payment assistance and low-interest loan programs.

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Education

As a former teacher and school improvement specialist, education is a top concern. I oppose the Voucher Program under the Learns Act because it unfairly takes money directly away from our local public schools without addressing root issues with our education system and it fails to hold those participating private schools accountable with our public tax dollars.

Quality of Life

I pledge to work alongside you and use what resources will be available to me as state representative to help local officials add amenities to our area.

Health

It’s a fact that unhealthy living can be a financial strain on an individual and on the community as a whole. It will take an empathetic leader like myself to help fix these problems.

Small Business

Big businesses often push out local mom-and-pop shops. I wish to help find ways to incentivize small, local businesses to grow. We must support our neighbors.

Housing

Low-income and middle-class citizens in almost all parts of District 35 are experiencing a housing crisis.

Service

I believe we were put on this Earth to help others.

You

I promise to be a true representative of all people in District 35.

Derek Huber