Arkansas State Senate
Four Republican senators represent Benton County in the 95th Arkansas General Assembly
Republicans hold a 29-6 supermajority in the Arkansas State Senate
Benton County State Senators
Bart Hester
Pro TemDistrict 33
RepublicanServing his second consecutive term as President Pro Tempore of the Arkansas Senate for the 95th General Assembly. A University of Arkansas graduate, Hester has represented central Benton County since his first election in 2012.
Areas: Bentonville, Rogers, Centerton, Cave Springs
Joshua Bryant
District 32
RepublicanElected to the Senate in 2022 and sworn in on January 9, 2023. Serves as Chair of the Senate City, County and Local Affairs Committee and Senate Vice Chair of the Joint Budget Committee.
Areas: Eastern Benton County, Northeast Washington County
Jim Dotson
District 34
RepublicanElected to the Senate in 2022 after nearly a decade in the Arkansas House (2013-2022) and prior service on the Bentonville City Council. Represents northern Benton County including Bella Vista.
Areas: Bella Vista, Bentonville (parts), Centerton (parts), Hiwasse
Tyler Dees
District 35
RepublicanElected to the Senate in 2022 and sworn in on January 9, 2023. Serves as Vice Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, representing the western portions of Benton and Washington Counties including Siloam Springs.
Areas: Western Benton County, Western Washington County
Find Your Senator
Not sure which Senate district you’re in? Use the Arkansas Senate’s search tool to find your senator based on your address.
Senator Search ToolFrequently Asked Questions
How many state senators represent Benton County?
Four Republican state senators represent Benton County in the Arkansas General Assembly: Bart Hester (District 33), Joshua Bryant (District 32), Jim Dotson (District 34), and Tyler Dees (District 35). Which senator represents you depends on your specific address within the county.
How do I find out which Senate district I live in?
Use the Arkansas Senate's search tool to look up your senator by address. You can also check your district using Arkansas VoterView.
How do I contact my Benton County state senator?
Each senator's email is listed on this page above—click the "Email" link on their card. You can also visit their official Arkansas Senate profile for phone numbers and mailing addresses, or attend a Benton County GOP meeting where local legislators regularly speak.
When is the next Arkansas Senate election in Benton County?
Arkansas uses a staggered election system for its 35 Senate seats. Whether your senator is on the ballot in a given cycle depends on your district. Check our 2026 Ballot Guide for the latest information on which Benton County Senate seats are up for election.
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