Representative Emily Gise

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District 90

Hi, I’m Emily Gise and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 90th District.

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May 6, 2026
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Gise Advances Bill to Tighten Penalties for Repeat DUI Offenders

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Bill 1543 , authored by Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, which would tighten penalties for repeat impaired driving offenses, has passed the House Floor and now is waiting on a final vote from the Senate. SB1543 would establish an aggregate offense for individuals who commit two or more separate driving under the influence violations within one year, allowing those offenses to be prosecuted as a single C2 felony. "These are 100 percent preventable tragedies, and far too many families have been left to carry the weight of a decision that never should have been made," Gise said. "By tightening this law and holding repeat offenders accountable, we are taking an important step to protect innocent lives across our state." "Working so closely with the great folks over at VOID and hearing the stories from so many families that have been impacted by impaired drivers, it was very clear that we needed a change," Gise said. "No one should have to lose a loved one this way. This is about putting people first and making it clear that Oklahoma will not tolerate behavior that puts others at risk." Victims of Impaired Drivers (VOID) is an organization that supports victims and families affected by impaired driving. "Impaired driving is a choice. Every time a person climbs behind the wheel to drive under the influence of any intoxicating substance, they are endangering the lives of everyone they pass on the streets," VOID founder Jeff Murrow said. "Victimless DUI is never harmless. This bill seeks to hold people accountable and prevent them from making this terrible decision." The group visited the Capitol on May 4 for an advocacy day, where Gise presented them on the House floor. In her remarks, Gise highlighted the following statistics about impaired driving in Oklahoma: Data from the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office shows there are approximately 700 deaths each year from automobile crashes in Oklahoma, with about half attributed to impaired driving, an average of one Oklahoman killed each day. According to the OSBI Statistical Analysis Center , the state has averaged 11,024 DUI arrests annually since 2021. Gise said the measure reflects a commitment to addressing a persistent public safety issue and standing with families who have been impacted. 'We have an opportunity to act before another life is lost," Gise said. "This legislation sends a clear message that repeat impaired driving will be taken seriously, and that the safety of Oklahoma families will always come first." SB1543 is now in the hands of the Senate. If approved by the Governor, the bill would take effect Nov. 1.

Mar 19, 2026
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House Advances Fiscally Conservative Bill to Support Children’s Summer Nutrition

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation by Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, to ensure Oklahoma participates in the federal Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer for Children program has passed the Oklahoma House of Representatives and now moves to the Senate for consideration. Beginning with the 2027 program year, House Bill 3638 requires the Oklahoma Department of Human Services to administer the program in coordination with the Oklahoma State Department of Education, which will assist in determining eligibility. "This is a fiscally conservative, targeted approach to support Oklahoma families while responsibly leveraging federal resources," Gise said. "For every state dollar invested, Oklahoma can draw down roughly twelve dollars in federal funds. That is a strong return for taxpayers and a smart use of dollars already being collected at the federal level." Gise says she believes benefits should be a trampoline to self-sufficiency, not a hammock for dependency. "This program reflects that principle. It is temporary, targeted and focused solely on low-income children during a gap in the school year when meals are not otherwise available because we know that hunger doesn’t take a summer vacation," Gise said. Under HB3638, benefits would only allow for essential food purchases and would not be used for soda, candy or other non-nutritive products, something she says ensures strong guardrails and accountability for taxpayers. Gise gave the example of a $4.9 million state investment under the measure, Oklahoma would unlock more than $63 million in federal funds to support over half a million low-income children. "That’s a strong return for taxpayers, with an estimated $75 million in economic activity benefiting local communities across the state," Gise said. The legislation also would create the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program Revolving Fund, structured to operate with both public and private support. This fund would allow Oklahoma to accept private donations and partner with community organizations to offset administrative costs and reduce the burden on taxpayers. "We are building this the right way," Gise said. "A revolving fund supported by both public and private partners ensures long-term sustainability without growing government. This is about maximizing resources, minimizing state cost and ensuring Oklahoma’s most vulnerable children don’t go hungry." HB3638 now moves to the Senate for further consideration, where Sen. Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, is the Senate author.

Mar 6, 2026
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Gise Bill to Modernize VIN Inspection Process Advances to Senate

OKLAHOMA CITY — Legislation, authored by Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, aimed at modernizing Oklahoma’s vehicle identification number inspection process has passed the Oklahoma House of Representatives and now heads to the Senate for further consideration. House Bill 3148 passed the House floor this week by a vote of 83-11. The measure previously received unanimous approval in both the House Public Safety Committee and the House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Committee. Gise said she developed the legislation after hearing from several businesses in her district who described delays and unnecessary regulatory hurdles caused by the state’s current VIN inspection process. "Oklahoma families and businesses deserve a government that works for them, not one that slows them down," Gise said. "House Bill 3148 cuts unnecessary bureaucracy while keeping consumer protections in place. When regulations stop serving the people, it’s our job to get government out of the way." HB3148 would modernize the state’s VIN inspection system by removing outdated requirements and allowing qualified sellers and licensed operators to conduct VIN inspections at the point of sale. The bill would clarify who may perform vehicle inspections, update outdated procedures and establish accountability measures for fraud or noncompliance. Gise says the goal of the legislation is to streamline vehicle transactions while maintaining important safeguards against fraud. "I’m grateful to my colleagues in the House for their thoughtful consideration and support of this bill as we work to prevent fraud," Gise said. "This is a practical step that reduces unnecessary red tape while still protecting consumers." HB3148 now moves to the Senate, where Sen. Paul Rosino, R-Oklahoma City, is the Senate author.