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Kelly Grappe, candidate for Arkansas Secretary of State. Kelly Grappe greets an Arkansas neighbor with a handshake at a county event.
The Office

Why this race matters

This job isn’t abstract—it runs systems families and employers rely on. Here’s the high-level case, with room to go deeper on each part of the office when you’re ready.

What hangs in the balance

  • Election infrastructure that counties can run with confidence—and voters can trust.
  • Business and nonprofit filings that either grease the wheels of commerce or grind folks down.
  • Records and transparency tools that respect the public’s right to know.
  • Stewardship of the Capitol and professional partnership with Capitol Police.

Kelly’s pitch is straightforward administration: clear process, steady leadership, and People over Politics—so the office serves Arkansans, not noise.

Explore each office area

Start with a plain-language overview—then follow the path that fits your questions.

Kelly Grappe, candidate for Arkansas Secretary of State. Kelly Grappe talks with a community member at an indoor meet-and-greet.