The Arkansas Citizens First Congress is a multi-issue and non-partisan coalition of more than 50 organizations who work together for progressive changes in state policy. Coalition members come from all corners of the state and work on many different issues. At the Arkansas Legislature, the coalition members lobby together on a common agenda. They also watchdog the legislature, and lobby against threats to progressive policy. The Arkansas Citizens First Congress has lobbied lawmakers at the Arkansas Legislature since 1999.
The Panel supports the Arkansas Citizens First Congress, a coalition that has expanded the impact of residents by:
Convening 50 organizations from across the state including local community groups, established policy groups, advocacy organizations, and institutional partners to advance common goals
Mobilizing constituents in districts from every region of the state to advocate with their legislators for better policies
Securing major legislative victories that have improved schools, promoted fair elections, ensured the viability of local farms, and much more.