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A PAC is a group formed to support causes, laws, and leaders that put shared values, ideals, and communities first. PACs raise money and use it to help candidates who share these values get elected or stay in office and to educate the public on important matters.

We formed the PAC to make sure patients in Arkansas always come first (not big corporations or middlemen). Our mission is to support leaders who protect patients’ access to affordable, local, and high-quality care.

The PAC is managed by independent providers who are also community leaders, healthcare advocates, and supporters who care about protecting patients’ rights and improving healthcare in Arkansas.

Every dollar goes toward supporting lawmakers and community efforts that align with our mission: putting patients before profit and protecting access to local care.

Yes, as long as you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Arkansas law does have rules about how much individuals and groups can give, and we follow those rules closely.

Yes, please donate with your corporate information.  Reach out to us for any questions, a copy of our W-9, or any additional information that you may require.  We thank you for supporting our shared mission, vision, and goals.  If you would like to provide corporate sponsorship and evaluate options, please do not hesitate to contact us!

PACs are required by law to report all donations and spending. Our financial reports are filed with the Arkansas Secretary of State and the Arkansas Ethics Commission and are public records.

While PAC contributions are not federally deductible, Arkansas does allow a credit against individual state income tax for cash contributions.  The credit is capped, please be sure to review state tax laws and state tax form AR1000TC to learn more as it may apply to your individual situation.

No, Patients First PAC, adheres strictly to the Arkansas Rules on Political Committees published by the Arkansas Secretary of State.  These rules require that we report the name and address of each person that made a contribution or contributions in excess of two hundred dollars ($200) in the aggregate during the calendar year.

Patients First PAC, adheres strictly to the Arkansas Rules on Political Committees published by the Arkansas Secretary of State.  These rules require that we report the name and address of each person that made a contribution or contributions in excess of two hundred dollars ($200) in the aggregate during the calendar year.  Your information is used to track the aggregate amount and to disclose to the state if your donation exceeds the threshold required by law.

There is no minimum contribution amount.  Even small donations make a difference when combined with others. We appreciate any amount you wish to contribute in pursuit of our shared mission, vision, and goals.

The current maximum contribution amount is $10,000 in aggregate during the calendar year.

Contributions are reported quarterly in April, July, October, and January (of the following year), by the 15th calendar day of the month.  The reporting period covers the previous quarter.

Not at all. Sharing our message, volunteering, and talking to friends and neighbors about patient issues are just as important as donating.

Yes! Volunteers help us with outreach, events, and spreading awareness in their communities

You can follow us on social media, sign up for our email updates, or check our website regularly for news and events.

Absolutely. We welcome input from patients, families, and caregivers. You can contact us anytime to share your story or suggestion.

Yes! Your stories are powerful and help lawmakers understand why protecting local healthcare matters.

Yes, we plan community events, meet-and-greets, and educational sessions where you can learn more and get involved.

Yes. PACs are allowed under Arkansas and federal law, as long as we follow strict reporting and contribution rules.

The Arkansas Ethics Commission and Arkansas Secretary of State makes sure PACs follow the law and are transparent about their finances.

We can share which candidates we support, but the choice is always yours. Our goal is to provide clear information so you can make the decision that’s right for you.

No. Our PAC is focused on patient issues, not party lines. We support all leaders: Republican, Democrat, or Independent, who put Arkansas patients first.

Unlike many national PACs, we are patient-driven and run by local independent healthcare providers (serving in your local community). Our focus is on protecting local care and ensuring healthcare decisions are made in Arkansas, not by out-of-state corporations.

No. PACs must report every donation and every dollar spent to the state. Those reports are open to the public.

Yes. We publish the names of supported candidates on our website and on the Arkansas State PAC Disclosure website, so you always know how donations are being used.

PACs cannot buy votes. What we can do is support candidates who already share our values, so they have the resources to reach more voters and stay in office to represent patients.