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Blackwell seeks a fourth term in House |
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Wednesday, 21 May 2008 |
State Representative Gus Blackwell (R-Goodwell) has announced he will be seeking re-election to the House of Representatives from District 61.
In only his third term he is presently serving as Speaker Pro Tempore. This marks only the second time anyone from this district has served in this capacity during the 101 year history of the State of Oklahoma.
Representative Blackwell has made his mark in several key areas during his short tenure in the House. During his second term, he was the Chairman of the Corrections and Criminal Justice Committee. He presently is serving as Chair of the State Sentencing Commission and also as Chair of the State-wide Gang Task Force.
As Speaker Pro Tempore, he is the number two person in the House of Representatives. He is an ex officio member of every committee and presides over the action on the floor of the House. “It has been a great honor to serve my district in this capacity and bring the problems of the panhandle area straight to leadership’s attention, both in the House and in the Senate,” stated Rep. Blackwell. “I plan to run again for this position next term and still have four years in which I could serve as Speaker should I be so blessed.”
Speaker Pro Tempore Blackwell serves in the largest House district which comprises almost 8,000 square miles and encompasses four complete counties and parts of two others.
“I have been privileged to serve not just a part of my district, but all of it from Kenton to Fort Supply,” said Rep. Blackwell. My greatest reward as your State Legislator has been helping constituents with their problems and needs for the past six years.”
Several awards have also highlighted the work and passion of Representative Blackwell. Last year he earned the distinction of being selected the outstanding Legislator by the District Attorney Council. This year he was awarded the Meritorious Service Award by Farm Bureau as House Legislator of the year.
“My greatest accomplishment though, has been helping the people in this district by getting legislation passed to bring transmission lines for wind energy to this area,” said Rep. Blackwell. The reason I ran my first term is the reason I am still running said Rep. Blackwell. “That is to make this district a place where children can grow up, stay, and raise their families here as well.”
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Last Updated ( Friday, 23 May 2008 )
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