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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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.

May 20, 2025
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House Passes Historic Economic Legislation Backing $4 Billion Aluminum Smelter Project

The Oklahoma House of Representatives today advanced House Bill 2781 off the House floor by a vote of 56-34, establishing the Reindustrialize Oklahoma Act (ROA-25), aimed at reviving American manufacturing and supporting a landmark $4 billion investment by Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA) in the state of Oklahoma. This investment comes after a strategic international deal negotiated by President Trump which will bring to life one of the first new aluminum smelters built in the United States in 45 years. The project is expected to create over 1,000 high-paying jobs, double the nation’s aluminum production capacity and significantly strengthen America’s critical mineral supply chains. House Bill 2781 creates the Reindustrialize Oklahoma Act (ROA-25) investment rebate program, a powerful new incentive tool administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce (ODOC). Eligible manufacturers investing at least $2 billion and creating 700 new jobs in the first year (increasing to 1,000 in the second year and beyond) will qualify for performance-based rebate payments through July 1, 2045. The measure ensures fiscal responsibility by establishing a long-term annuity structure to fund rebates via the ROA-25 Revolving Fund and ROA-25 Beneficiary Fund.  “The Reindustrialize Oklahoma Act marks a generational opportunity to restore America’s manufacturing dominance and create meaningful jobs for our communities,” said House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow. “This is a direct result of President Trump’s America First economic agenda, and Oklahoma is proud to lead the way.” The ROA-25 rebate program operates independently of the existing Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program. Projects receiving ROA-25 rebates are barred from receiving concurrent Quality Jobs incentives, ensuring transparent and accountable use of state funds. "This investment marks a historic milestone for Oklahoma, national security and the future of American manufacturing, said Rep. Brian Hill, R- Mustang, Chairman of Commerce and Economic Development. “As the first new aluminum smelter built in the U.S. in over 45 years, it will create more than 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more across the supply chain. Oklahoma is proud to lead in critical minerals, drive economic growth and build a stronger future for our families and communities." The passage of HB2781 builds on the foundational work of SB1447, passed in 2024, which established the Legislative Economic Advancement and Development (LEAD) Committee, a bipartisan body tasked with thoroughly vetting large-scale economic development proposals. “The LEAD Committee was created to give lawmakers the tools to vet big investments with clarity and confidence,” said Rep. Mike Osburn, R-Edmond, a lead proponent of both SB1447 and HB2781. “The EGA aluminum smelter is exactly the kind of transformative project we envisioned when we created the committee. It’s a bold step forward.” With today’s House vote, Oklahoma positions itself at the forefront of a new American manufacturing renaissance, attracting international investment while delivering thousands of jobs and a more secure industrial future for the United States.

May 9, 2025
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House Advances Hill's Workforce and Economic Development Bills

The Oklahoma House of Representatives has passed three major pieces of legislation sponsored by Rep. Brian Hill, R-Mustang, the chair of House Commerce and Economic Development Oversight. These workforce focused bills are aimed at strengthening the state’s job pipeline, driving innovation, and positioning Oklahoma for long-term economic growth. "Our children shouldn't have to move to Denver or Dallas to launch their careers," Hill said. "I'm proud to help lead a unified effort to align education, training, and economic development in a way that prepares Oklahomans for the jobs of tomorrow. By investing in strategic workforce priorities, we can lay the foundation for a more competitive and prosperous Oklahoma." Senate Bill 324, by Sen. Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, and Hill, would establish the Oklahoma Research and Development Rebate Fund and Program, which would incentivize private-sector innovation by offering a 5% rebate on qualified research expenditures. The annual rebate, to be administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and capped at $20 million, would encourage job-creating investments in science, technology and advanced manufacturing. Senate Bill 663, by Sen. Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, and Hill, moves the Workforce Coordination Revolving Fund from Commerce to the newly established Oklahoma Workforce Commission, ensuring that resources are targeted more efficiently toward high-impact initiatives. The fund would provide grants for critical workforce needs aligned with economic development goals identified by the Education and Economic Development Working Group of the Joint Committee on Pandemic Relief Funding. Senate Bill 662 , also by Pugh and Hill, charges the Oklahoma Workforce Commission with implementing programs that expand work-based learning opportunities, support high-demand career pathways and foster innovation in K-12 education for workforce readiness. It would also establish the Commission as the centralized data hub for Oklahoma’s workforce efforts, providing policymakers and stakeholders with timely, actionable information through the Legislature’s Workforce & Infrastructure interactive map. All three bills were amended in the House and now return to the Senate for another vote.