OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma House of Representatives added three new members June 18.
Two of the new members – Republican Kevin Norwood of Owasso and Democrat Amanda Clinton of Tulsa – will represent the northeastern Oklahoma area, while the third, Aletia Timmons, a Democrat, will represent the northeastern part of Oklahoma City.
The lawmakers were sworn into office by Oklahoma Supreme Court Chief Justice Dustin Rowe at the state Capitol. The House now has 81 Republicans and 20 Democrats.
House Speaker Kyle Hilbert (R-Bristow) said he was pleased the House is now at full capacity. “It is great to have our full 101 House members seated, ready to do the people’s business throughout the interim and into the 2026 legislative session,” Hilbert said in a media statement.
House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson (D-Oklahoma City) said the addition of Timmons and Clinton will help House Democrats improve the lives of working Oklahomans. “I know they will work to help accomplish these goals and diligently serve Oklahomans and guarantee their district’s best interests,” Munson said. “I’m looking forward to standing alongside these two powerful women to serve all Oklahomans.”
Clinton said she grew up in rural Oklahoma and understands its needs. “My three sisters and I were raised by my dad, a general contractor, and my mom, a public schoolteacher of 53 years,” she said. “Hard work is all I know, so earning this seat with 85% of the vote has been incredible. I'm deeply grateful to the voters, my family, friends, and the communities who helped me get here,' Clinton said.
She said she knew what is possible when governments invest in the citizens. “Voters in HD 71 sent a clear message that it’s time for Oklahoma to do the same, and I promise to be a strong, outspoken voice in that effort.”
Timmons said she was ready to serve. “I am humbled and honored to be elected by the people of House District 97 to serve as their State Representative,” she said. “Fired up, ready to go!
For his part, Norwood said he would bring both rural and urban experiences to the Capitol.
“I truly love Oklahoma, and I’m committed to doing everything I can to make our state an even better place to live,” he said. “I look forward to showing up every day and working hard to help our community thrive.”
The next session of the Oklahoma Legislature will begin in February of 2026.