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French
Hill

Republican U.S. Representative for Arkansas's 2nd District since 2015, currently chairing the House Financial Services Committee

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Background

French Hill (born in Little Rock, Arkansas) is the Republican U.S. Representative for Arkansas's 2nd Congressional District, a seat he has held since January 2015, serving from the 114th through the 119th Congresses. 24/) In the 119th Congress, he chairs the House Financial Services Committee. 2

Before entering Congress, Hill spent three decades in investments and banking, including founding, chairing, and serving as CEO of Delta Trust & Banking Corporation from 1999 to 2014. 2 Earlier in his career, he served on the staff of Senator John Tower and the Senate Banking Committee (1982–1984), as Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Corporate Finance (1989–1991), and as Executive Secretary of President George H.W. Bush's Economic Policy Council (1991–1993). 2

Hill graduated magna cum laude from Vanderbilt University with a bachelor's degree in economics in 1979, having previously attended Little Rock Catholic High School (class of 1975). 24/) He resides in Little Rock, Arkansas. 24/)

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 2, Arkansas
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Arkansas's 2nd Congressional District; Chair, House Financial Services Committee
Website
electfrench.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How French Hill voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 3, 2023 to Sep 16, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,909
missed
1.1%
with their party’s majority
95%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · S2403 · Economy & jobs
    Retire through Ownership Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9497 · Climate & energy
    Water Resources Development Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9340 · Climate & energy
    Ratepayer Protection Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HJRES213 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR10326 · Crime & public safety
    PROOF Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 16, 2026 · House · HR9576 · Crime & public safety
    National Fraud Enforcement Division Act
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HJRES210 · Climate & energy
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”
    On Passage · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 15, 2026 · House · HR9500 · Taxes & budget
    Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
    On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,909 votes →

Timeline

  1. Date unknown
    filing
    FEC filings through June 30 show Hill with $4.42M raised and $2.97M cash on hand

    Through June 30, Hill had raised $4.42 million, spent $2.83 million, and held $2.97 million in cash on hand. Jones had raised $1.17 million, spent $983,016, and held $191,398 cash on hand.

    Arkansas' 2nd District Race 2026: Who's Running (AR-2) · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Date unknown
    news
    Defend American Jobs spends $418,057 on media and direct mail supporting Hill in Republican primary

    The super PAC Defend American Jobs spent $418,057.55 on media and direct-mail services supporting Hill during the Republican primary, according to the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

    Crypto Super PAC to spend $1 million in support of French Hill · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Date unknown
    poll
    May poll commissioned by Jones campaign shows Jones ahead 46%–43% over Hill

    A poll commissioned by the Jones campaign showed Jones leading Hill 46% to 43%, with a reported margin of error of 3.5 points.

    More good news for Chris Jones in race against French Hill · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 9
    poll
    Cook Political Report downgrades AR-02 from 'Solid Republican' to 'Likely Republican'

    Bloomberg Government reported that Cook Political Report moved French Hill's district from Solid Republican to Likely Republican, reflecting the increasingly competitive nature of the race.

    Financial Services Chairman's Race Downgraded to 'Likely ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 6
    news
    Hill and Jones clash over affordability, healthcare, and accountability in heated AR-02 race

    Arkansas Times coverage framed affordability, healthcare, and accountability as central campaign themes. Hill emphasized his business and banking experience and his record delivering for central Arkansas.

    Affordability, healthcare, accountability center of heated ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 6
    endorsement
    Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan reported as scheduled to headline a rally for Hill later in October

    Arkansas Times reported Jordan was scheduled to headline a rally for Hill later in October; no exact date was given. As of October 12, the rally had not yet occurred.

    Affordability, healthcare, accountability center of heated ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Oct 5
    news
    Crypto super PAC Fairshake announces $1 million in spending to support French Hill

    The cryptocurrency-industry-linked super PAC Fairshake announced it planned $1 million in spending to support Hill, the same amount it planned for five other candidates. Hill is the lead sponsor of the CLARITY digital-asset bill.

    Crypto Super PAC to spend $1 million in support of French Hill · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Oct 5
    news
    Hill says there is 'a path' for CLARITY crypto legislation to pass before end of Congress

    Hill told the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette he believed the CLARITY Act could be completed before the end of the current Congress, though the Senate had not advanced its version before its October recess.

    Crypto Super PAC to spend $1 million in support of French Hill · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Oct 5
    news
    DCCC adds Chris Jones to 'Red to Blue' program, targeting Hill's AR-02 seat

    The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added Jones to its Red to Blue program, providing additional organizational and fundraising support for the challenger in what had been a safe Republican district.

    Democrats add 6 more targets, 2 in districts Trump carried ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Oct 2
    news
    Hill says he has 'no concerns' about winning but acknowledges Trump's 'lack of favorability' creates headwinds

    Politico reported Hill acknowledged challenging political dynamics for Republicans while expressing confidence in his own race, describing Jones as a 'weaker candidate this time than I've had in past races.'

    Hill: Trump's 'lack of favorability' creating challenging politics · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Sep 28
    news
    Hill announces $4.5 million federal grant for Port of Little Rock infrastructure

    Hill announced a $4.5 million grant for Port of Little Rock infrastructure improvements, an official action highlighted near the end of September.

    Press Release: French Hill Announces $4.5 Million Grant for Port of Little Rock Infrastructure | Stock News · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  12. Sep 28
    debate
    Arkansas TV schedules Hill–Jones debate for October 15 at 1:30 p.m.

    Arkansas TV announced that Hill and Jones are scheduled to debate on October 15 at 1:30 p.m., with a rerun at 8 p.m. As of October 12, this event had not yet taken place.

    Arkansas TV announces lineup for state, federal debates next month - · Sep 28, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  13. Sep 17
    endorsement
    Former congressman Joe Kennedy III campaigns in Conway for Democratic challenger Chris Jones

    Kennedy appeared at a Conway event to stump for Jones. Coverage also notes that former VP Kamala Harris endorsed Jones and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appeared at a Jones rally in Little Rock.

    Slideshow: Kennedy scion comes south to stump for Chris Jones · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  14. Aug 12
    poll
    Talk Business & Politics/Hendrix College poll shows Jones at 48%, Hill at 44%

    A survey of 1,112 respondents conducted August 12–13 showed Jones at 48% and Hill at 44%, described as within the margin of error, pointing to a close contest.

    AR-02 House race 2026 | Smarter.Vote · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  15. Mar 3
    filing
    French Hill wins Republican primary with 76.8%; Chris Jones wins Democratic primary with 92.6%

    Hill defeated Chase McDowell (23.2%) in the GOP primary. Jones defeated Zack Huffman (7.4%) in the Democratic primary. Both are now confirmed nominees for the November 3 general election.

    Arkansas Primary Election Results 2026 · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) organization
    Listed in Hill's 2026 iVoterGuide candidate profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Tim Griffin official
    Attorney General of Arkansas; listed in 2026 endorsement tracker with no specific date. en.wikipedia.org
  • Arkansas Right to Life organization
    Listed in a separate iVoterGuide profile covering Hill; covers primary and/or general election listing but no specific endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Tom Cotton official
    U.S. Senator from Arkansas; listed in 2026 endorsement tracker with no specific date. en.wikipedia.org
  • Sarah Huckabee Sanders official
    Governor of Arkansas; listed in 2026 endorsement tracker with no specific date. en.wikipedia.org
  • Maverick PAC (MavPAC) organization
    Listed in Hill's 2026 iVoterGuide candidate profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • American Israel Public Affairs Committee PAC (AIPAC PAC) organization
    Listed in Hill's 2026 iVoterGuide candidate profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Donald Trump official
    Trump backed Hill ahead of the March 3 Republican primary in the 2026 cycle; no separate general-election endorsement date shown. en.wikipedia.org
  • John Boozman official
    U.S. Senator from Arkansas; listed in 2026 endorsement tracker with no specific date. en.wikipedia.org
  • Campaign for Working Families organization
    Listed in Hill's 2026 iVoterGuide candidate profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Huck PAC organization
    Listed in Hill's 2026 iVoterGuide candidate profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • National Right to Life organization
    Listed in Hill's 2026 iVoterGuide candidate profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
  • Leslie Rutledge official
    Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas; listed in 2026 endorsement tracker with no specific date. en.wikipedia.org
  • Arkansas Farm Bureau AG PAC organization
    Listed in a separate iVoterGuide profile covering Hill; covers primary and/or general election listing but no specific endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2022U.S. House AR-02 · RWon147,97560.0%
2020U.S. House AR-02 · RWon184,09355.4%
2018U.S. House AR-02 · RWon132,12552.1%
2016U.S. House AR-02 · RWon176,47258.3%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$4.42M
Spent
$2.83M
Cash on hand
$2.97M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H4AR02141(opens in a new tab)

Sources 27

  1. [1] Arkansas Primary Election Results 2026(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] AR-02 House race 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  3. [3] Financial Services Chairman's Race Downgraded to 'Likely ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Affordability, healthcare, accountability center of heated ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  5. [5] Crypto Super PAC to spend $1 million in support of French Hill(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  6. [6] Democrats add 6 more targets, 2 in districts Trump carried ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  7. [7] More good news for Chris Jones in race against French Hill(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  8. [8] Arkansas' 2nd District Race 2026: Who's Running (AR-2)(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  9. [9] Hill: Trump's 'lack of favorability' creating challenging politics(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  10. [10] French Hill - Candidate Profile(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  11. [11] Arkansas TV announces lineup for state, federal debates next month -(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  12. [12] Press Release: French Hill Announces $4.5 Million Grant for Port of Little Rock Infrastructure | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Sep 28, 2026
  13. [13] Slideshow: Kennedy scion comes south to stump for Chris Jones(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  14. [14] Voter Guide Profile for AR U.S. Rep., Dist. 2 candidate(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  15. [15] REP. HILL'S LANDMARK HOUSING BILL BECOMES LAW(opens in a new tab) Jul 11, 2026
  16. [16] Representative French Hill(opens in a new tab) Feb 22, 2026
  17. [17] RELEASE: HILL VOTES FOR FINAL APPROPRIATIONS BILLS TO FULLY FUND THE GOVERNMENT FOR FY26(opens in a new tab) Jan 22, 2026
  18. [18] Rep. French Hill Votes for H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 3, 2025
  19. [19] Rep. French Hill Applauds House Passage of the One Big ...(opens in a new tab) May 22, 2025
  20. [20] 2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Arkansas(opens in a new tab) Mar 27, 2025
  21. [21] Rep. Hill Statement on House Democrats' Assault Weapons Ban(opens in a new tab) Jul 29, 2022
  22. [22] RELEASE: Rep. Hill Votes Against Senate Gun Control Measure(opens in a new tab) Jun 24, 2022
  23. [23] Rep. French Hill to Newsmax: Strong Sanctions on Russia Needed ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 21, 2022
  24. [24] RELEASE: Hill Stands for Life, Votes Against Allowing Abortion Up to Birth(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2021
  25. [25] Rep. Hill Speaks Out Against Speaker Pelosi's $35 Billion Amnesty ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 5, 2019
  26. [26] Hill Votes to Advance Health Care Fix | U.S. Congressman French Hill(opens in a new tab) May 4, 2017
  27. [27] Energy | U.S. Congressman French Hill(opens in a new tab) Sep 16, 2015
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