AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arkansas’ primary runoff elections - AP News

Arkansas is holding primary runoff elections, with races advancing to a second round of voting after no candidate secured a majority in the initial primary contests. Runoff elections occur when state law or party rules require a majority winner rather than a plurality, forcing top finishers into head-to-head matchups. These runoffs will determine which Republican and Democratic nominees advance to the general election in competitive and safe-seat races across the state. The results will shape the final candidate slate for November's general election and could influence control of state legislative seats and congressional races. Voters should expect higher participation thresholds and potentially different dynamics as races narrow to their final two contenders.