Randy Sams Announces Candidacy for State Senate

Randy Sams announced his intention to seek the State Senate District 16 seat, on the Republican ticket, in the March 3, Primary Election.  The current Senator, Kim Hammer, is not running for re-election. District 16 includes a portion of Saline and Pulaski Counties.

“I have lived in Saline County for over 47 years, and I feel I have the experience to represent this district as our conservative voice in the Arkansas State Senate.  We have several pressing issues that we must deal with as a state.  One is to address access to healthcare, sky rocketing health insurance premiums and the cost of prescription drugs.  In addition, we need to make sure our citizens are protected from illegal immigrants through state level enforcement especially on our roads and highways.  I am also a strong believer in education, both traditional and vocational, because we must always be able to offer industry an educated workforce.  I am looking forward to reaching out to people as I travel the district asking for their support and vote.  If elected, I promise to always be available to listen to your concerns and work to solve additional issues that are important to you.”

 Sams has been a licensed insurance agent serving clients in Arkansas and surrounding states since 1986. During his 37 years in the industry, he has served as an independent agent as well as corporate level executive positions with two of the largest insurance companies in the country. He retired as President of Senior Division for Transamerica Life Insurance Company in 2014 after which he started SMMG Financial, LLC, focusing on educating and assisting clients prepare for the financial issues and risk they will face during retirement. Sams earned his C.L.U. (Certified Life Underwriter) designation from The American College along with his C.A.S (Certified Annuity Specialist) designation from The Institute of Business and Finance. 

Sams has been involved in New Heart Ministries and Kairos Prison Ministries, which is an international organization, for 25 years.  He and his wife, Marla, have been married for 42 years and are active members of LIFE Church.  They are the parents of 2 sons, Jon and wife Sylvia, and Crayton.  They have 2 grandchildren and are expecting their 3rd in December.