As the March 31 runoff election approaches, House District 6 candidate Cody Rogers is making his case to voters by focusing on economic issues, property rights, and reducing government overreach.
In an interview with Conduit News, Rogers— a small business owner in Boone and Carroll counties— emphasized that the top concern he hears from voters is the rising cost of living.
“The biggest concern is cost of living,” Rogers said, pointing to property taxes, state income taxes, and everyday expenses impacting families and retirees alike.
Rogers, who owns a wedding venue and Airbnb business, shared firsthand experience navigating regulations and pandemic-era restrictions, arguing that government overreach can disproportionately harm small businesses.
On economic policy, Rogers is advocating what he calls a “pocketbook plan,” which includes reducing or eliminating state income taxes, cutting property taxes, and removing business licensing requirements to make it easier for Arkansans to start and grow businesses.
He also expressed strong opposition to government-driven economic development incentives, arguing that the state should not “pick winners and losers” with taxpayer dollars.
“When it comes to economic development, the government shouldn’t be deciding who succeeds,” Rogers said. “Lower taxes across the board and let the free market work.”
Rogers also raised concerns about property rights, particularly regarding eminent domain and industrial development authorities, saying local communities—not unelected boards—should control development decisions.
On education, Rogers supports school choice policies that allow funding to follow the student, emphasizing parental control and flexibility in how children are educated.
As he contrasts himself with his opponent, Rogers points to his life experience as a business owner, husband, and father as a key differentiator.
“I’m not a politician,” Rogers said. “We need more everyday Arkansans making decisions based on what actually affects families.”
Early voting begins March 24, with election day set for March 31.
⏱️ TIME-CODED HIGHLIGHTS
🎤 Intro / Race Overview
- 00:00–00:23 – Runoff context, District 6 race setup
👤 Background
- 00:46–03:15 – Personal story, family, business, district overview
🏢 Small Business + Regulation
- 04:33–06:16 – Regulations + COVID impact
- 06:59–08:06 – Government overreach during pandemic
💰 Economic Plan
- 08:06–09:51 – “Pocketbook plan” (tax cuts, spending)
🏡 Property Taxes
- 09:08–09:51 – “You never truly own your property”
🎓 School Choice
- 10:20–12:27 – Education policy + funding
🚫 Corporate Welfare / Econ Dev
- 14:13–15:45 – Against government picking winners
🏡 Property Rights / Eminent Domain
- 16:17–17:51 – Industrial Development Authorities concerns
🌬️ Wind Turbines
- 18:36–20:52 – Opposition + local impact
📊 Top Issue: Cost of Living
- 22:49–23:31 – Main voter concern
⚖️ Contrast with Opponent
- 23:31–25:19 – Life experience argument
🗳️ Closing / Turnout Push
- 27:24–28:38 – Importance of runoff turnout
