Oklahoma Women’s Legislative Caucus celebrates Women’s History Month

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Oklahoma Women’s Legislative Caucus are helping bring attention to Women’s History Month, observed each March, celebrating the outstanding contributions women have made throughout the nation’s history. The co-chairs of the bicameral, bipartisan caucus, along with other members, co-authored Senate Concurrent Resolution 18, applauding the outstanding accomplishments of Oklahoma women over the decades. Both the Senate and the House approved the measure.

Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City is a co-chair of the caucus and presented SCR 18 on the floor of the Senate. The resolution highlighted accomplishments by Kate Barnard, the first woman elected to statewide office, Oklahoma historian Angie Debo, civil rights leader Clara Luper and others.

“Oklahoma women have set records in space, made outstanding contributions in government, medicine, business, academia, the arts, literature and more,” Hicks said. “Our caucus is focused on finding common ground and promoting public policy that will further empower women in our state, because ultimately, their accomplishments benefit all our citizens.”

Sen. Jessica Garvin, R-Duncan, is also a Senate co-chair for the Women’s Caucus.

“It’s my honor to help bring attention to the hard work of so many remarkable Oklahoma women, and how their accomplishments have advanced our state and the nation,” Garvin said. “These are achievements that benefit all of us. I’m proud to co-chair the Women’s Legislative Caucus and to be a part of this bipartisan celebration of Women’s History Month.”

House co-chair, Rep. Trish Ranson, D-Stillwater, presented the measure in her chamber, and said it was important to acknowledge the accomplishments as well as the challenges women face.

“We’re recognizing the incredible, hardworking women who made Oklahoma and this country what it is today – but there are still many more steps to take to level the playing field for men and women. I believe women’s history reminds us how invaluable women and their talents are,” Ranson said. “Women bring fresh perspective to the traditionally male-dominated world of politics and have made indisputable improvements to the country, all while battling and overcoming obstacles their male counterparts do not face.”

Rep. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond, also co-chairs the Women’s Legislative Caucus in the House.

"National Women's History Month is a time to reflect on the remarkable achievements of women throughout history and to recognize the enduring legacy of those who dared to challenge the status quo. The Women's Legislative Caucus strives to honor their legacy year-round by amplifying their stories and recognizing the numerous ways they shaped our world and state for the better. Together, we can build a future where women are not limited by their gender but instead have every opportunity to thrive."

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CUTLINE:  Oklahoma Women’s Legislative Caucus co-chairs, Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, Sen. Jessica Garvin, R-Duncan, Rep. Nicole Miller, R-Edmond, and Rep. Trish Ranson, D-Stillwater, co-authors of Senate Concurrent Resolution 18, applauding the achievements of Oklahomans during March, National Women’s History Month.

For more information, contact: 

Sen. Carri Hicks at 405-521-5543 or Carri.Hicks@oksenate.gov.
Sen. Jessica Garvin at 405-521-5522 or Jessica.Garvin@oksenate.gov.
Rep. Trish Ranson at 405-557-7411 or Trish.Ranson@okhouse.gov.
Rep. Nicole Miller at 405-557-7357 or Nicole.Miller@okhouse.gov.