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Sen. Lonnie Paxton appointed as Assistant Majority Floor Leader

Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Treat recently announced the appointment of Sen. Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, to serve as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader for the Oklahoma State Senate during the Second Session of the 57th Legislature.

As Assistant Majority Floor Leader, Paxton will help the Majority Floor Leader determine the order of business for the Senate and aid in the flow of legislation through the Senate.

“I’m honored that Senate President Pro Tempore Treat has entrusted me in this leadership role for our caucus,” Paxton said. “I look forward to getting back to work for the good people of Senate District 23 to help move the needle in making Oklahoma a Top Ten State to live, work and raise a family.”

Paxton will continue serving as the Vice Chairman for both the Public Safety and Energy committees.

 

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Contact info
Sen. Lonnie Paxton at 405-521-5537, or email Lonnie.Paxton@oksenate.gov