Representative Josh Cantrell

Hi, I’m Josh Cantrell and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 49th District.


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Majority Caucus Secretary

60th Legislature

Assistant Majority Whip

60th Legislature

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Aug 8, 2025
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Roe and Cantrell Selected for National Health Policy Fellowship

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay, and Rep. Josh Cantrell, R-Kingston, were selected to join the 2025 class of the Milbank Fellows Program, a national initiative that supports state leaders working to improve health outcomes across the country. The representatives are among just 24 policymakers nationwide chosen for the yearlong fellowship. Both lawmakers serve on House health committees, with Roe as the chair of the Public Health Committee and Cantrell as the vice chair of the Health and Human Services Oversight Committee. Roe brings more than 40 years of experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner, while Cantrell is a former county commissioner with a strong interest in rural health issues. "I'm honored to share that I have been selected to join the 2025 class of the Milbank Fellows Program, a national initiative that brings together leaders from across the country to focus on improving health policy and outcomes," Roe said. "The knowledge and connections I will gain through this fellowship will help inform our efforts to address health disparities, improve access to care and support healthier outcomes for all Oklahomans." "I’m honored to represent Oklahoma and our values as we work through this program to strengthen health and human services across our state," Cantrell said. The Milbank Fellows Program is designed for state leaders in both legislative and executive branches. Fellows receive intensive leadership training, access to national experts and participate in in-depth discussions on population health, evidence-based policy and integrated service systems. The program includes three in-person meetings and ongoing virtual sessions throughout the year.



Apr 30, 2025
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County Bidding Efficiency Heads to Governor

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Josh Cantrell, R-Kingston, on Tuesday unanimously passed a bill in the House that would allow county purchasing agents to select the next lowest bidder in certain cases if the original bidder is unable to fulfill an awarded contract. Senate Bill 403 now moves to the governor for his consideration of signing it into law. "There are instances where an original bidder can't complete the work," Cantrell explained. "Rather than having our counties restart the bidding process, which could result in untimely and costly delays on county projects, this legislation would speed that process." Under the provisions of the measure, the next to lowest bidder would have to agree to complete the work at or below the original bid price. The measure does not include information technology or telecommunications services, which would revert to the requirements of the competitive bidding process. Sen. Jack Stewart, R-Yukon, is the Sen. author of the bill. If signed into law, SB403 would become effective Nov. 1. 



Nov 20, 2024
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House Republicans Elect New Caucus Leadership for 60th Legislature

Oklahoma House Republicans this week elected their new caucus leadership for the upcoming 60th Legislature. The 81 Republicans maintain their supermajority in the House. Newly elected caucus leadership includes: Rep. Stan May, R-Broken Arrow, as Caucus Chair Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, as Caucus Vice Chair Rep. Josh Cantrell, R-Kingston, as Caucus Secretary "I am honored to have been elected by my colleagues to serve for a second term," May said. "I look forward to working with our new legislative leaders on pressing issues such as economic development, educational improvements and public safety." This is May's second term as Caucus Chair and fourth term in office. During the previous Legislature, May also served as vice chair of the House Appropriations & Budget Subcommittee on Judiciary. "I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve the House Republican Caucus, my district and the people of Oklahoma," Archer said. "I look forward to working with my colleagues toward a shared vision and dedication to the conservative principles Oklahomans value." Archer, a second-term legislator, served as vice chair of the House General Government Committee as a freshman lawmaker. Before being elected to the House, he served two terms as mayor of Elk City. "I appreciate the trust placed in me to serve in this role," Cantrell said. "The House is in an excellent position to address critical issues facing our state, and I am optimistic about the future of our caucus, our state and our country." Cantrell, also a second-term legislator, previously served as Marshall County Commissioner for District 2. During the previous Legislature, he was vice chair of the County and Municipal Government Committee. Archer and Cantrell succeed Rep. Danny Williams, R-Seminole, and Rep. Sherrie Conley, R-Newcastle, in their respective positions. Representatives were officially sworn in on Wed., Nov. 20. The full House will formally vote on its next Speaker and Speaker Pro Tempore during Organizational Day on Jan. 7, 2025. The first session of the 60th Legislature convenes on Feb. 3.