Tara Shephard

Tara Shephard is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives for the 79th district. She assumed office on January 9, 2023, following her election in November 2022. Prior to her legislative career, Shephard worked as a teacher and a substance abuse counselor. She also served as a board member for the Little Rock School District from 2013 to 2015. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and a Master of Arts in criminal justice and corrections from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.