Representative Scott Fetgatter

R

District 16

Hi, I'm Scott Fetgatter and I represent the people of Oklahoma's 16th District.


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Tribal & External Affairs

60th Legislature

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Oct 8, 2025
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Rep. Fetgatter Receives ONA Legislative Hero Award

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, received a Legislative Hero Award recently from the Oklahoma Nurses Association (ONA). He was recognized during an awards luncheon held Thursday, Sept. 25, at the Embassy Suites Conference and Convention Center in Norman. ONA said the Legislative Hero Award was given to Fetgatter in appreciation of his support and guidance on legislation supporting nurses, the nursing profession and the health of all Oklahomans. "Nurses perform such tireless work to assure Oklahomans are taken care off both in and out of our health care facilities," Fetgatter said. "It's an honor to be recognized for my work in trying to improve the lives and working conditions of those who give back to each one of us, while also ensuring Oklahomans have access to quality and affordable healthcare." Fetgatter was elected to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2016 to represent House District 16, which includes parts of Muskogee, Okmulgee and Tulsa counties. He currently serves as Tribal and External Affairs Leader in the House. He's also a business owner. 

Oct 1, 2025
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Fetgatter Comments on Federal Shutdown

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today commented on the federal shutdown. "There's a common misconception that because the U.S. Senate has a majority of Republicans, this should be a no-brainer, but the fact of the matter is they needed additional Democrat lawmakers in order to stop the shutdown," he said. A vote of 60 was required to keep the government open. There are 53 Republican senators in Congress. All Republicans voted in favor of the continuing resolution alongside two Democrats and one Independent. An additional four Democrats were needed to avoid the shutdown. "Some in the minority would love to blame the president and the majority party for this shutdown, but this is not the truth. The facts are the most liberal of Senate Democrats held the others hostage for fear of losing their leadership roles. This was not a failure of our Oklahoma delegation to do the right thing. This was a failure of a broken process and leading Democrats trying to leverage the system on the backs of the citizens they supposedly represent." Fetgatter said his office will continue to track the repercussions of what this bad decision-making will cost the citizens of Oklahoma.

Sep 4, 2025
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Reps. Bashore and Fetgatter Named ORA Legislators of the Year

OKLAHOMA CITY – Reps. Steve Bashore, R-Miami, and Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, received Legislator of the Year awards recently from the Oklahoma Restaurant Association (ORA). The two were recognized during an Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner held at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The dinner was part of the ORA's annual expo. "It's wonderful to be recognized for legislation I've authored and supported that is pro-business, pro-economy and lower taxes for individuals and businesses," Bashore said. "During my time as a legislator I've focused on legislation that will allow everyday Oklahomans to keep more of their hard-earned income or that would help businesses come out from under onerous regulations so they can operate more freely, which always improves the overall economy." Fetgatter said, "I've worked hard as a legislator to make sure food service and other entertainment and hospitality industries thrive in Oklahoma. These business owners contribute not just to our job market and our economy, but they enhance our overall quality of life. I'm proud to have been awarded for my efforts." Bashore currently serves as Majority Deputy Floor Leader in the House. Before being elected to state office in 2020, he was general manager of a casino and resort where he led hundreds of employees and oversaw numerous high-profile sporting events and concerts, resulting in tens of millions of dollars positively impacting the state economy. He's also is credited with reviving a struggling Oklahoma Boxing Commission as its executive director. Fetgatter currently serves as Tribal and External Affairs Leader in the House. He was elected as a representative in 2016. Prior to that, he owned a construction company, worked in sales and marketing for a web-based technology company as well as in the grocery business. In the Legislature, he's worked to promote business-friendly policies and create economic development opportunities.  The Oklahoma Restaurant Association also manages the Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association and the Oklahoma Travel Industry Association. They note that Oklahoma’s hospitality sector – including foodservice, lodging and tourism – is the third-largest industry in the state. The jobs created lead to continued growth in disposable personal income. The association reports that within Oklahoma, every dollar spent in these establishments generates an additional $1.60-1.79 of sales for the state economy.