Hopefuls in state races submit finance reports

Gov. Asa Hutchinson entered the final month of his re-election campaign with more than $2.2 million in the bank; Democratic challenger Jared Henderson began the race’s final weeks with $123,803.

Monday was the deadline for candidates seeking state offices to submit their campaign finance reports for the month of September.

They could also file by mail if it were postmarked before the deadline.

The general election, which includes state and federal offices, is Nov. 6.

Hutchinson’s campaign reported a September fundraising total of $203,835, bringing its total raised during this election cycle to $4,643,221.62.

The Republican governor spent $217,525 last month.

“Today’s report is another illustration of just how much the Governor’s results, and more importantly his vision for the future is resonating with Arkansans,” said Robert Moery, Hutchinson’s campaign manager.

“Our campaign continues to show strong numbers across a multitude of industries and locations from around the state. To finish strong over the next twenty-two days requires resources and thanks to those who support us we will be able to do just that.”

Henderson for September reported spending $82,757.94 and raising $75,617.48. He’s raised a total of $516,151.01 over the course of the campaign.

“We are continuing to see a strong surge of support from folks who are ready to invest in a stronger future for Arkansas,” said Abby Anderson, Henderson’s communications director.

“Last month alone, the governor removed thousands from their health insurance through an internet reporting requirement and played politics with teacher pay increases. People want to see a fresh face in politics who is more focused on helping hard-working Arkansans reach their full potential and less focused on special interests.”

Libertarian gubernatorial candidate Mark West reported $1,340 in September campaign receipts. He spent $1,687.56.

West has $2,383.10 in the bank, and he has raised a total of $5,437.80 this election cycle, according to his report.

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

Republican Lt. Gov. Tim Griffin of Little Rock raised $55,075 in September, according to his monthly campaign finance report. His campaign spent $23,818.88; it has $535,144.21 remaining in the bank.

Democratic challenger Anthony Bland of Little Rock reported raising $1,180 in September while spending $9,420. Bland has $2,357.05 cash on hand.

No report was available on the secretary of state’s website late Monday for Libertarian Frank Gilbert of Tull.

SECRETARY OF STATE

Democrat Susan Inman of Little Rock reported $28,405 in campaign contributions in September. She spent $8,147.45. Inman has $114,272 cash on hand, according to her monthly report.

Republican John Thurston of East End, the current commissioner of state lands, raised $40,506.47 in September while spending $100,153.24. Thurston’s campaign account has $20,140.21 remaining.

No report was available on the secretary of state’s website late Monday for Libertarian Chris Olson.

ATTORNEY GENERAL

Republican Attorney General Leslie Rutledge received $75,674 in September campaign donations. She spent $57,009 and has $494,036.35 remaining in the bank.

No report had been posted for Democratic challenger Mike Lee on the secretary of state’s website at the close of business Monday.

TREASURER

No report had been posted on the secretary of state’s website for state Treasurer Dennis Milligan, a Republican from Benton, at the close of business Monday.

Libertarian Ashley Marie Ewald of Uniontown reported no fundraising activity in September.

AUDITOR

Republican state Auditor Andrea Lea of Russellville didn’t report any fundraising in September, but she reported spending $200. Lea has $3,544.09 remaining in her campaign account.

Libertarian challenger David Dinwiddie of Pine Bluff didn’t report any campaign finance activity in September.

LAND COMMISSIONER

Democrat Larry Williams of Hot Springs raised $4,150 in September while spending $3,329.14. His campaign balance is $2,721.04.

Republican Tommy Land of Heber Springs reported $9,725 in fundraising last month; he spent $10,332.49 and had a campaign account balance of $45,894.71.