The proceeds from each sale of tax delinquent property are dedicated to public schools throughout the state.

[4] The position was created by the Arkansas General Assembly as the Commissioner of Immigration and State Lands in 1868.

[5] had control over public works in the state, which eventually included road improvements.

The General Assembly instead assigned the highway-related duties to the Arkansas State Highway Commission, which became an appointed office.

[7] Dwight Blackwood, the incumbent office holder, transitioned to the State Highway Commission, and his sister, Belva Martin was appointed to the State Land Commissioner position.