Representative Scott Fetgatter

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District 16

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


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60th Legislature

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Jun 17, 2025
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Reps Congratulate OMMA Director on National Cannabis Regulators Board Appointment

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma Reps are applauding the national appointment of Adria Berry, executive director of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA), who has been named president of the Cannabis Regulators Association (CANNRA) Executive Board for the 2025-2026 term. Reps. T.J. Marti, R-Tulsa; Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee; and Bob Ed Culver, R-Tahlequah, released the following joint statement: "Adria Berry’s appointment as president of CANNRA is a well-deserved honor that reflects the significant progress Oklahoma has made in regulating medical marijuana. Under her leadership, Oklahoma has become a model for other states navigating cannabis regulation. She has brought transparency, efficiency and a strong sense of purpose to an area of policy that has often been difficult to manage. This national recognition speaks not only to her individual leadership, but also to the work being done in Oklahoma to set clear standards, enforce the law and serve patients and businesses fairly. We are confident she will continue this important work and bring the same focus on consistent, transparent and equitable regulation that has strengthened Oklahoma’s medical cannabis program to her efforts guiding cannabis policy at the national level. We look forward to seeing the positive impact of her leadership in this new role." Berry was elected during CANNRA’s June 9 business meeting in Denver, held ahead of its stakeholder event that drew regulators and officials from over 30 jurisdictions and 175 national and international participants. CANNRA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit group of government agencies that regulate cannabis, cannabinoids and hemp across more than 45 U.S. states and territories, as well as several countries.

Jun 12, 2025
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Rep. Fetgatter Comments on United for Oklahoma Report

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today commented on the United for Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association's report on the impact of tribal nations on the state's economy. Fetgatter is the House Leader of Tribal and External Affairs. He is a member of the Choctaw Nation. The groups this week released a study showing First American tribal nations in Oklahoma contributed $23.4 billion to the state's economy in 2023. From Fiscal Year 2019 to FY 2023, the groups show an increase in economic activity of $4.9 billion, or nearly double, over the period from FY 2017 to FY 2019. The study found the tribes directly employed more than 55,600 Oklahomans and supported a total of 139,860 jobs to tribal citizens and non-citizens, accounting for more than $7.8 billion in wages and benefits to Oklahoma workers in 2023. "The positive impact of our tribal nations has long been known in Oklahoma," Fetgatter said. "This report gives concrete data to show just how significant that impact is to all of the people who call our state home – whether that be through stable and secure housing, good-paying jobs, education, health care services, contributions to our states infrastructure or much more. That's not even accounting for the cultural enrichment the tribes bring to our state. I'm grateful for the relationship we have with the leaders and citizens of our tribal nations."  The report highlights significant tribal contributions to health care, public education and workforce development in 2023, showing: Tribes spent $582 million providing health services to Oklahomans with over 3.5 million unique patient visits. Through gaming compacts between tribal governments and the state, tribes submit a percentage of their Class III gaming revenues for the exclusive right to operate gaming in the state. In 2023, tribes sent $208 million in exclusivity fees to the state – a 36% increase since 2019. More than $177 million of the fees went to fund public education across Oklahoma. When combined with the education portion of exclusivity fees, tribes delivered $351 million for Oklahoma education programs in 2023. The economic impact study was conducted by Dr. Kyle Dean, professor of economics and director of the Center for Native American and Urban Studies at Oklahoma City University. Dr. Dean analyzed data from 19 tribal nations based in Oklahoma. United for Oklahoma is a public education initiative supported by a coalition of tribes that are committed to nurturing mutual respect, shared strength and productive partnerships. The mission of the initiative is to raise awareness of tribal impact across the state. The Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association, established in 1986, is a nonprofit organization of Indian Nations with other non-voting associate members representing organizations, tribes and businesses engaged in tribal gaming enterprises from around Oklahoma. The purpose of the association is to advance the welfare of Indian peoples economically, socially and politically. 

Apr 10, 2025
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Fetgatter to Further Study Storm Chasing Licensing Bill

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, today announced he has decided to take a deeper dive into the issue of storm chasing in Oklahoma before advancing House Bill 2426 . He said Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City, will be holding an interim study on the legislation that would allow professional storm chasers to obtain state licensing giving them special accommodations while tracking severe weather. The bill earlier passed the House and was engrossed to the Senate. "Many people have concerns on all sides of this issue," Fetgatter said. "I would encourage them to sit down together to work out reasonable solutions. In the meantime, it's worthy that we keep this bill alive as we dig deeper into the details surrounding storm chasing in our state. "I appreciate all those who work to keep citizens alert and aware of severe weather conditions in Oklahoma. Tornadoes and other natural disasters create so much destruction annually in our state, and our meteorologists and storm chasers help to keep us all safe. It's important we give them the appropriate tools to do their jobs safely and well." HB2426 would create an optional severe weather tracker license for those professionally employed by a media outlet or affiliated research program at specified universities. This would have allowed licensed storm trackers, during severe weather events, to be authorized to use green and yellow flashing lights on their vehicles so they could proceed through red traffic lights and travel on closed roads and highways.  Storm chasers choosing not to purchase the license would still be allowed to operate as they do now. Fetgatter said many misunderstood the intent of the legislation. "This was not to stop or disrupting any storm chaser that currently comes to Oklahoma to help residents stay aware of dangerous weather," he said. "Our interim study will help continue this conversation and determine the path of the legislation going forward. I believe the proper role of government is public safety, and this is a necessary discussion." Mann, the Senate author of the bill, added, "Oklahoma is known for our severe weather, and our media meteorologists and storm trackers have been on the cutting edge of innovation in the collection and delivery of vital lifesaving information. We have also seen a rise in storm-related traffic and congestion, which has resulted in delays in the ability of those media outlets to deliver that information and our first responders to quickly respond. This was the impetus for writing House Bill 2426. "As Representative Fetgatter worked in the House, it became clear there were concerns from law enforcement and our first responder agencies. "With today’s announcement, I am excited to hold a joint study this legislative interim to bring those stakeholders to the table and work out the specifics on this legislation, which will empower our media trackers to continue protecting and informing the public while also addressing the legitimate concerns of our law enforcement and first responder communities.” Travis Meyer, chief meteorologist for KOTV Channel 6 and David Payne, chief meteorologist with KWTV Channel 9, issued the following joint statement in support of the legislation. "We support a bill that protects the citizens of Oklahoma from our extreme and violent weather. This includes fires, winter weather, and of course severe weather. This bill would enable the people who have the highest and farthest reach to the viewers of Oklahoma the ability to give them lifesaving information three hundred and sixty-five days a year.  "The bill would by no means restrict anyone from anywhere from chasing our extreme weather. This bill just gives the small amount of us the ability to warn Oklahomans of dangerous and life-threatening weather.  "We are looking forward to working with Representative Fetgatter and Senator Mann over the summer on this important legislation."