State Rep. David Ray sits down with Andy for a wide-ranging conversation about tax policy, economic competitiveness, and what it takes to keep Arkansas moving forward. From income-tax cuts to property-tax reform, Ray lays out the framework he thinks will shape the state’s next decade. In this episode:💰 Why he believes income tax cuts are essential — and what it would take to eventually reach zero.📉 How tax policy shapes job growth and why Arkansas can’t afford to fall behind states like Texas, Tennessee, and Missouri.🏡 Property tax frustration & ‘truth-in-taxation’ reforms he’s exploring for next session.📈 The affordability challenge affecting groceries, housing, and the American Dream.🧾 Closing loopholes, trimming government waste, and modernizing tax code to stay competitive.🗳️ His concerns about Arkansas’ ballot initiative process and why he believes guardrails matter.🌐 Economic development ideas from capital gains reform to creating a more business-friendly legal environment.This conversation is packed with insights on jobs, growth, taxes, and the long-term direction of Arkansas.Tap in and subscribe for more conversations that shape our state.