Tom Cotton is the Republican U.S. Senator from Arkansas, in office since 2015.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since January 6, 2015.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Armed Services
- Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
- Joint Economic Committee
- Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (Chairman)
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Tom Cotton holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Arkansas choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
Tom Cotton is a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Tom Cotton, Republican Incumbent
- Hallie Shoffner, Democratic
- Jeff Wadlin, Libertarian
Arkansas had not posted a certified general election candidate list when this was checked.
Source: Arkansas Secretary of State, 2026 candidate search, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Arkansas
Tom Cotton is one of two U.S. Senators for Arkansas, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Arkansas congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 326 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Tom Cotton next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Arkansas takes part in that race.
What committees does Tom Cotton serve on?
Tom Cotton serves on the Senate Committee on Armed Services, Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Joint Economic Committee, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.
How do I contact Tom Cotton?
You can reach the office of Tom Cotton by phone at 202-224-2353 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 326 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.