OKLAHOMA CITY –Rep. Forrest Bennett, D-Oklahoma City, submitted his resignation to the Governor on Wednesday. His resignation is effective Dec. 1, 2025.

“It has been the honor of my lifetime to represent the truly good people of House District 92,” said Bennett. “While my title is changing, my commitment to my friends, neighbors, and fellow Oklahomans will never waiver.”

Bennett reflected on his “difficult but ultimately correct” decision to resign.

“My new role as President of the Oklahoma State AFL-CIO requires me to work directly with lobbyists, which means I cannot ethically be a member of the legislature and serve in my new role.”

Bennett says he leaves this post with many feelings, but most of all, gratitude.

“I want to thank everyone who supported me as a state legislator, and my fellow members of the Oklahoma House Democratic Caucus. Serving Oklahomans has always been and will remain a top priority for me.”

Oklahoma House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, thanks Rep. Bennett for his service and sends good wishes in his new role.

“Rep. Forrest Bennett has dutifully served Oklahomans in the House Democratic Caucus for the better part of a decade and I know he will continue to advocate for everyday, working Oklahomans in his new role,” said Leader Munson. “I am deeply grateful for his friendship and leadership and I am proud of him. The Oklahoma Legislature will not be the same without his wonderful combination of loyal service and unwavering humanity. Thank you, Rep. Bennett.”

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