Representative Amanda Clinton

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District 71

Hi, I'm Amanda Clinton and I represent the people of Oklahoma's 71st District.

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Feb 23, 2026

Clinton, Pogemiller bills to address student evictions advance

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Amanda Clinton, D-Tulsa, and Rep. Ellen Pogemiller, D-Oklahoma City, both advanced bills through committees that help to address student outcomes and chronic absenteeism in school by reducing student evictions.  HB 3386 by Rep. Clinton seeks to combat chronic absenteeism and improve student outcomes by requiring mediation through Oklahoma’s Early Settlement Mediation Program before evicting a household with minor children. This mediation program is free for both parties, and mediation typically takes place just outside the courtroom on the same day as eviction proceedings. Oklahoma’s free mediation program is nationally renowned with a 70 percent success rate, and mediation is typically completed within an hour on the same day. Importantly, HB 3386 does not allow tenants to squat, does not extend statutory eviction timelines, does not impose additional costs or fees on landlords or tenants, and does not tilt the scale in favor of either party.   “Chronic absenteeism is closely linked with lower test scores and poor educational outcomes, so if we are going to improve education in Oklahoma, it starts with stabilizing housing for kids,” Clinton said. "The purpose of HB 3386 is simple and takes a common-sense approach. It helps stabilize housing for children without burdening landlords or delaying evictions. I also own and manage rental properties, so I fully respect property owners' rights. However, I also recognize the desperate need to curb chronic absenteeism as an educational and future workforce issue. HB 3386 simply asks people to attempt to resolve their issues by talking first, a skill that is quickly becoming a lost art.”  Even short disruptions, such as couch-surfing and switching schools mid-semester, can have lasting educational consequences, but HB 3386 takes a narrow, practical approach to ensure that students have the best opportunity to continue their education without disruption. The measure now moves to the Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight committee. HB 3698 by Rep. Pogemiller creates a pilot program in one metro community and one rural community (population 50,000–75,000) to provide legal representation to indigent families with students in pre-K through 12th grade. HB 3698 passed out of the House Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee.  “As we better understand the immediate and long-term impacts of evictions and housing instability on students, family support services have become an essential part of the education landscape,” said Pogemiller. “This is one small but meaningful step.” An interim study by Pogemiller found that in Oklahoma City Public Schools, 60% of students experiencing homelessness or housing instability were chronically absent during the 2024-2025 school year. The study also found that families of students in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten are facing the highest eviction rates of any grade level at Tulsa Public Schools. HB 3698 helps to ease this massive burden on Oklahoma families so that students can continue learning without disruption. The measure now moves to the Full House Appropriations and Budget Committee. Both bills are designed to provide Oklahoma students with the best opportunities for educational success as they face circumstances beyond their control. -END-

Feb 13, 2026

Clinton passes bill to safeguard Oklahoma electricity customers from unfair costs

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Amanda Clinton, D-Tulsa, unanimously passed  HB 3392  out of the House Utility Committee with a 9-0 vote. The measure directs the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) ?to examine how large, energy-intensive industrial projects like data centers impact our electric ?grid and ensure that everyday Oklahomans aren’t stuck paying for electricity they did not ask for ?and of which they are not the primary beneficiaries.? HB 3392 was included as one of the priority pieces of legislation for the Oklahoma House ?Democratic Caucus for the Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature. As more high impact ?projects request hundreds or even more than 1,000 MW of power from companies like PSO and OG&E, HB 3392 asks the Corporation Commission to clearly define “large load electric customer," as a first step in protecting regular consumers from picking up the bill for this added ?capacity.? ?“Working Oklahoma families, low-income households and fixed income households already feel the burden of rising costs. As hyperscale data centers are built to meet the growing demand for ?generative AI and cloud storage, it is important we protect current customers from carrying the ?weight of those costs,” said Clinton. “I enjoy my devices and modern conveniences just as much ?as the next person, but the bottom line is this: if multi-billion-dollar tech companies need more ?electricity for their business model, they should have to pay for it. I am thankful to the committee ?for hearing this bill and sharing my commitment to protect the pockets of Oklahomans.”? HB 3392 is designed to ensure transparency, fairness, and ratepayer protection for working ?Oklahomans. It is not meant to regulate or restrict large load customers. Rather, the goal is to ?provide data to lawmakers to make informed policy decisions that ensure existing customers are ?not overburdened with big tech’s energy needs. ? Under the measure, the Corporation Commission would report the impact of large load electric ?customers, such as data centers and energy intensive manufacturing on infrastructure, reliability, and ratepayers to legislative leaders by December 1, 2027. ? The bill now moves to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Oversight.? -END-

Jan 29, 2026

Oklahoma House Democratic Caucus unveil policy priorities to support everyday Oklahomans

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House Democratic Caucus unveiled their policy priorities for the Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature. The following policy agenda prioritizes affordability for Oklahoma families and ensuring their paychecks can keep up with everyday life.  “Oklahoma House Democrats know whether it be groceries, rent, health care, insurance, or child care, the cost of being alive keeps going up,” said House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City. “Oklahomans are continuously choosing between which needs to meet each month in order to make it to the next pay period. It is up to state leaders and lawmakers to do what we can to ensure Oklahomans can support themselves and their families. That starts with giving every working Oklahoman a livable wage and focusing on policies that lower costs.” Recently, the Tulsa Area United Way released a report showing nearly 50% of working Oklahoma families are working more than one job and cannot cover basic necessities. While there is an upcoming state question to raise the minimum wage, there are actions legislators can take now. Leader Munson is the primary House author of HB 2230, which requires the state minimum wage to be the greater of $15 per hour or the federal minimum wage. House Democrats believe one way to prioritize affordability is to ensure Oklahomans are charged fairly for utility/energy costs by holding corporations accountable. HB 3392 by Rep. Amanda Clinton, D-Tulsa, directs the Corporation Commission to examine how large industrial projects such as data centers and energy-intensive manufacturing impact our electric grid, and ensure that everyday Oklahomans aren’t stuck paying for electricity they did not ask for and of which they are not the primary beneficiaries. Insurance and premium rates are also on the rise. HB 4286 by Rep. Andy Fugate, D-Del City, prohibits an insurance company from using a person’s credit score to determine the rates they pay for insurance. The measure is designed to protect hardworking Oklahomans who are being priced out of basic financial stability by an insurance system that punishes people for their credit history rather than their actual risk.  Another measure House Democrats have proposed to address skyrocketing insurance rates is HB 3384 by Rep. Trish Ranson, D-Stillwater. The measure would require annual homeowner’s policy renewal premium increases to be capped at a maximum of 10%. Oklahomans’ home insurance rates were reportedly projected to increase by 8% in 2025. This measure would ensure Oklahomans are not blindsided by rising costs. To combat rising health insurance costs in Oklahoma, HB 3675 by Rep. Melissa Provenzano, D-Tulsa, requires a qualified human to be the final qualifier for health insurance claims at risk of denial when processed by AI to ensure proper accountability and oversight when charging Oklahomans. House Democrats know that groceries are too expensive. In 2024, House Democrats led a bipartisan effort to successfully eliminate the state sales tax on groceries. This year, Leader Munson has introduced HB 3959 to eliminate unfair personalized algorithmic and surveillance pricing. This policy works to stop companies from unfairly charging Oklahomans different prices for the same items. House Democrats also unveiled legislation to help fund our public schools in Oklahoma and ensure public dollars go toward public schools. Right now, millions of Oklahomans’ tax dollars are going toward the Parental Choice Tax Credit that reportedly benefits only the wealthiest Oklahomans.  HB 3684 by Rep. Provenzano would eliminate the Parental Choice Tax Credit and redirect those dollars toward our public schools. House Democrats believe investing in public education gives Oklahoma a chance to rise in the national ranks while giving our students the best opportunities for success. This session, Oklahoma House Democrats remain committed to helping working Oklahomans' paychecks keep up with everyday life through real policy solutions that prioritize affordability for Oklahomans.  You can view the entire policy rollout on the  Oklahoma House Democrats Facebook Page.  -END-