Representative Cyndi Munson

Hi, I’m Cyndi Munson and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 85th District.


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Jun 18, 2025

Clinton, Timmons sworn into Oklahoma House of Representatives

OKLAHOMA CITY – Representatives-Elect Amanda Clinton, D-Tulsa, and Aletia Timmons, D-Oklahoma City, were sworn into the Oklahoma House of Representatives after winning their Special Elections to fill House District 71 and House District 97 respectively. “I’m thrilled to welcome Rep. Amanda Clinton and Rep. Aletia Timmons to the Oklahoma House Democratic Caucus,” said House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City. “The House Democratic Caucus remains committed to improving the lives of working Oklahomans, ensuring they have quality, free public education, and the accessible, affordable healthcare they deserve. I know they will work to help accomplish these goals and diligently serve Oklahomans and guarantee their district’s best interests. I’m looking forward to standing alongside these two powerful women to serve all Oklahomans.” Rep. Amanda Clinton, D-Tulsa, HD 71: "I grew up on a farm at the end of a dirt road in the Cherokee Nation, just about as far from the state legislature as you can get. My three sisters and I were raised by my dad, a general contractor, and my mom, a public school teacher of 53 years. Hard work is all I know, so earning this seat with 85 percent of the vote has been incredible. I'm deeply grateful to the voters, my family, friends, and the communities who helped me get here," Clinton said. "I'm also honored to be the fourth consecutive woman and the third Native woman to serve this district. For more than 20 years, I've worked in Tribal governments that are committed to providing health care, education, housing and pathways to a career. I know what's possible when governments invest in people because I've helped build those governments. Voters in HD 71 sent a clear message that it's time for Oklahoma to do the same, and I promise to be a strong, outspoken voice in that effort." Rep. Aletia Timmons, D-Oklahoma City, HD 97: “I am humbled and honored to be elected by the people of House District 97 to serve as their State Representative,” Timmons said. “Fired up, ready to go!” During the 2024 election cycle, Oklahoma House Democrats retained all of their seats, and with these two members filling vacancies, now have 20 members in the caucus. They will be up for re-election in November 2026. -END-



Jun 12, 2025

House Democratic Leader Munson comments on upcoming protests

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, issued the following statement as Oklahomans prepare to participate in peaceful protests on June 14 throughout the state and country called “No Kings Day.” The governor has issued comments on social media and on the news that preemptively threaten protesters with law enforcement action and arrest. “The governor is using scare tactics in an attempt to prevent Oklahomans from exercising their basic constitutional right to peacefully protest,” Leader Munson said. “This is an effort to undermine and silence the voices of Oklahomans. It shows a lack of allegiance with the people he is supposed to be leading, especially during times of great civil unrest. Oklahomans have a constitutional right to peacefully voice their concerns without fear of repercussions, whether the governor respects that or not. The governor is once again more focused on pleasing the president than bolstering the needs of a state he is supposed to lead. We can all agree that crimes should be prosecuted, but peaceful assembly is not a crime, it is a right.” -END-



Jun 11, 2025

Leader Munson lauds First American tribal nations in Oklahoma $23.4B Impact on State’s Economy in 2023

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, released the following statement lauding the $23.4 Billion impact on Oklahoma’s economy in 2023 from First American tribal nations.  “The valuable impact the tribes have on Oklahoma’s economy is extraordinary–but not surprising–as they continuously work to make Oklahoma a better place,” said Leader Munson. “Oklahoma is stronger when we listen to and work with our tribal nations. When tribes take care of their community, they take care of everyone. They work to provide jobs and care to all Oklahomans. It is always a pleasure to hear from our tribal leaders about the incredible work they do and continue to partner with them on work both inside and outside of the Capitol to make Oklahoma a better place for all.” The economic impact study also showed that tribes directly employed over 55,600 Oklahomans and supported 139,860 jobs to tribal citizens and non-citizens. This accounts for over $7.8B in wages and benefits to Oklahoma workers in 2023. -END-