Representative Brian Hill

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District 47

Hi, I'm Brian Hill and I represent the people of Oklahoma's 47th District.


representative

Leadership

Oversight Committee Chair

60th Legislature

Assistant Majority Floor Leader

59th Legislature

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Aug 28, 2025
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Ceremonial Signing Held for Bill Expanding Sarah Stitt Act

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Brian Hill, R-Mustang, joined Gov. Kevin Stitt for a ceremonial bill signing of House Bill 2364 , which expands the Sarah Stitt Act to improve workforce readiness and reduce barriers for Oklahomans reentering society after incarceration. Hill authored HB2364 to ensure eligible inmates are better prepared for life after release by requiring the Department of Corrections to assist individuals in obtaining a REAL ID noncompliant driver license or identification card. This measure removes a critical hurdle to employment and strengthens Oklahoma’s ongoing Restorative Workforce Initiatives. “Oklahoma has gone from leading the nation in incarceration rates to achieving one of the lowest recidivism rates,” Hill said. “HB2364 builds on that success by helping Oklahomans leaving incarceration take meaningful steps toward rejoining the workforce and contributing to their communities. In addition to supplying people the tools to succeed, every individual reenters the workforce saves taxpayers more than $20,000 each year. This legislation creates pathways for Oklahomans to rebuild their lives and support their families.” The Sarah Stitt Act, first passed in 2021, requires the Department of Corrections to provide inmates with essential documents prior to release, including vocational training records, work history, Social Security cards and resumes. HB2364 expands those requirements by prioritizing identification documents and ensuring inmates leave with the paperwork they need to obtain employment. “Ensuring that individuals leave incarceration with proper identification is a simple step that makes a big difference,” Hill said. “By reducing barriers to work, we are investing in the lives of our great state, building stronger communities, and moving Oklahoma forward.” The legislation also reflects Gov. Stitt’s policy pillars focused on Criminal Justice Reform and Classroom to Careers, supporting Restorative Workforce Initiatives that strengthen Oklahoma’s economy and communities. HB2364 takes effect Nov. 1, 2025. 

Jun 26, 2025
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Reps. Hill, Tammy West Applaud MOHA Executive Order

Reps. Brian Hill, R-Mustang, and Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City, applauded the recent executive order from Gov. Kevin Stitt launching the "Make Oklahoma Healthy Again" (MOHA) initiative. The push aligns with President Donald Trump and U.S. Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s national “Make America Healthy Again” campaign, which emphasizes cutting artificial additives in food, addressing environmental toxins and reducing chronic disease through cleaner living.  The order includes a comprehensive review regarding the use of artificial food coloring, including Red Dye 40, and the creation of the MOHA Initiative and the MOHA Advisory Council within the Oklahoma State Department of Health, among other initiatives.   In addition to the order, the governor announced he had directed the Department of Human Services (DHS) to request a waiver from the federal government to exclude candy and soft drinks from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Hill filed legislation to provide the same directive to DHS earlier this year.   "This is the kind of big-picture thinking Oklahoma needs," Hill said. "We are finally taking the blinders off and looking at what contributes to poor public health outcomes across the board. Health starts with what we put in our bodies, not just how we treat them after we get sick. We've tackled the symptoms for years, but now is the time to address the root causes. By excluding candy and soft drinks from SNAP benefits, we can properly allocate taxpayer funds to healthy foods that improve the health of Oklahomans. With Governor Stitt's willingness to lead on this issue and support from Secretary Kennedy, we now have the momentum to become the national leader in clean living and modern health policy."  West has coauthored legislation that would address the overabundance of certain chemicals, dyes and substances in food products. She also requested an interim study this year to examine how synthetic food additives affect public health and impact the state's workforce productivity.  "The health and well-being of Oklahomans are the foundation of our state’s strength and prosperity," West said. "Unfortunately, the long-term effects of chemicals, dyes and additives in our food and water supplies are too often ignored in public health discussions. Safe food and clean water shouldn't be political; they should be a priority. I thank Governor Stitt and Secretary Kennedy for opening the door to review these outdated practices and get upstream of our poor health outcomes before it's too late. I look forward to supporting policies that reflect our shared commitment to Oklahoma's well-being."   The initiative will not require any additional taxpayer funds and will instead utilize existing state resources, philanthropic partnerships, federal grants and support from the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust. 

Jun 5, 2025
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Hill, Kendrix Take Action to Keep State Cosmetology Board Active

OKLAHOMA CITY – In a direct response to the governor's veto of a bill, legislative leaders took action to extend the operations of the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, which oversees the licenses of more than 77,000 Oklahomans. Senate Bill 676 , carried in the House by Rep. Brian Hill, R-Mustang, extends the sunset date of the Board by another year, a necessary change after legislation extending the date to 2028 was vetoed.  "Legislators in both chambers united to protect the careers of 77,000 people and stand for the health of four million Oklahomans," Hill said. "While there are many components of the Board that may be better suited for the Oklahoma Department of Health, any shifted responsibilities should come about through an intentional process, not a temper tantrum. Ultimately, I'm proud the Legislature was able to find a solution that allows more time for conversation around changes as we determine the best path forward." House Bill 1030 , by Rep. Gerrid Kendrix, R-Altus, would have extended the Board's sunset date to 2028. The measure was vetoed by Gov. Kevin Stitt on May 14, who wrote in his veto message that the board "should be restructured or consolidated." "Eliminating the Board doesn’t erase its responsibilities. The laws and administrative rules tied to its functions remain in place, and ignoring that would likely create serious consequences. If those responsibilities are to be reassigned, it must be done carefully and deliberately to avoid unnecessary disruption for license holders and small businesses across the state. Widespread support across the state reinforced the importance of extending the Board’s sunset as a sound and necessary decision. Alongside my colleagues, I remain committed to pursuing a thoughtful, long-term solution." SB676 took effect immediately upon being signed into law.