Joy SpringerJoy C. Springer is an American politician serving as a member of the Arkansas [House of Representatives] from the 34th district. A Democrat, she won a special election to succeed John W. Walker and assumed office in March 2020.Early life and educationSpringer was born in Ouachita County, Arkansas. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Henderson State University, followed by a Bachelor of Science in elementary education and a Master of Education from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.CareerSpringer is an office manager and paralegal. She was first elected to the Arkansas House of Representatives in a March 4, 2020 special election, succeeding John W. Walker, who died in office. She is a life member of the NAACP.Personal lifeSpringer is a member of the African [Methodist Episcopal Church].