Senate Republicans pick Treat to continue as leader

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Republicans again have selected Sen. Greg Treat, R-Oklahoma City, as their nominee to serve in the Senate’s top leadership post.

First elected president pro tempore in 2018, Treat was elected by acclamation as Republicans’ pro tempore designee for the 2023 and 2024 sessions. After completing that term, Treat will have served six years as president pro tempore, matching Brian Bingman as the longest-serving Republican pro tempore.

“Without the love and support of my wife, Maressa, and our three children, I would not be able to serve in the Legislature. I am blessed and thankful for their sacrifices that allow me to serve the Senate and our state,” Treat said.

“To my Republican colleagues: Thank you for allowing me to continue to serve as your leader. I am humbled by your trust and support and will continue to work hard to lead the Senate with courage, authenticity, and transparency. Senate Republicans have successfully pushed for transformative policies that are good for our people and our state. I will continue to lead our chamber to promote ideas and policies that will take Oklahoma to the next level.”

The 59^th Legislature will convene in January for organizational day, at which time the Senate will officially vote to select the president pro tempore.