Howard M. Beaty, Jr. is a Republican representative for District 95 in the Arkansas House of Representatives, serving Ashley and Chicot counties. He is currently in his third term and holds the position of House Majority Leader. With over 30 years in banking and economic development, he has served as President of two Arkansas state-chartered banks and is recognized as one of Arkansas’ 250 Most Influential Leaders by Arkansas Business in 2020 and 2021. Notable community roles include Chair of the Ashley County Republican Committee, Chair of the Crossett Community Beautification Committee, President of the Crossett Economic Development Foundation, and member of the Crossett Area Chamber of Commerce.

Education and Political Experience

Education details are not specified in available records. His political experience includes first elected to the House in 2021, with service through the 95th General Assembly. He serves on key committees such as House Judiciary, House State Agencies and Governmental Affairs, and Joint Performance Review; he is House Chair of the Arkansas Forestry Caucus and holds various subcommittee roles including Chair of the Elections Subcommittee. Prior roles include Chair of the Ashley County Arkansas Board of Election Commissioners.