"I am confident that with my experience and dedication to the people of Arkansas, I can continue to serve our state well in the role of state treasurer," Thurston, who has previously served two terms as state land commissioner, said in a statement. Thurston is the first candidate to announce a bid for treasurer in next year's election.
The treasurer oversees the state's investments and sits on several panels, including the boards of trustees for the state employee and teacher retirement systems.