Sonia Eubanks Barker is a Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives, representing District 96, which includes portions of Union, Ouachita, Calhoun, Bradley, Dallas, and Cleveland counties. She is currently serving her 5th term and holds seniority rank 28 in the House. Notable achievements include serving as Chair of the House Aging, Children and Youth, Legislative and Military Affairs Committee, and as a member of the House Education Committee and the Legislative Joint Auditing Committee. She is a Baptist and resides in Smackover, Arkansas, where she works as a high school educator.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduated with honors from Southern Arkansas University.
• Professional Background: High school educator and teacher in Smackover.
• Political Experience: Elected in 2016 after winning the general election against Democrat Floyd Thomas, Jr., and independent Glenn Glover . Took office in January 2017 and has been reelected for subsequent terms through 2025 .