Representative Ken Luttrell

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District 37

Hi, I'm Ken Luttrell and I represent the people of Oklahoma's 37th District.


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Jun 11, 2025
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Luttrell Chairs National Energy Conference

OKLAHOMA CITY - Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, vice chair of the Oklahoma House Energy Committee, recently served as chairman of the 2025 Federal Energy and Environmental Matters Conference, hosted by the Center for Legislative Energy and Environmental Research. The event took place June 5-7 in Washington, D.C.  As chairman, Luttrell led discussions on pressing energy and environmental issues, including oil and gas production, the growing power demands of data centers and recent executive orders impacting electric vehicles, drilling and power plant development. Lawmakers, industry leaders and policy experts gathered to examine how states can adapt to rapidly changing energy needs while ensuring reliability and affordability remain at the forefront. “Representing Oklahoma and chairing this conference during the Council’s 50th year was a true honor,” Luttrell said. “The policies we discuss in these rooms don’t stay on paper — they shape the future of American energy. As lawmakers, it’s our job to protect our resources, support our industries and prepare for what’s coming next. I’m proud Oklahoma has a seat at that table.”  The event also included a diplomatic reception at the Canadian Embassy, where Luttrell participated in conversations on cross-border energy partnerships and infrastructure. These dialogues reflect the Council’s ongoing commitment to cooperation between energy-producing nations and the role of North America in global energy security.  Now in its 50th year, the Energy Council continues to focus on the future of energy through three key themes: global and national implications, evolving environmental policy and emerging technologies. The Council works to balance energy reliability, security and environmental responsibility while supporting informed legislative decisions.  Luttrell, who was elected CLEER chairman in 2024, has long been an advocate for Oklahoma’s energy industry and infrastructure. His leadership reflects the state’s ongoing commitment to shaping sound, forward-looking energy policy on both a regional and national level.

Jun 3, 2025
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Luttrell, Rader comment on passage of carbon capture bill

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill aimed at establishing clear guidelines for carbon capture and storage in Oklahoma has received final legislative approval and will take effect later this year. Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, co-authored Senate Bill 269 with Sen. Dave Rader to ensure the state maintains regulatory control over carbon sequestration efforts. The measure gives the Oklahoma Corporation Commission exclusive authority over Class VI CO2 injection wells and related storage units. “These companies are willing to invest millions in Oklahoma without asking for tax credits or special incentives from the state,” Luttrell said. “In return, this bill gives them regulatory certainty under Oklahoma’s authority, while also protecting landowners and ensuring long-term accountability.” SB269 was the result of collaboration between the Corporation Commission, the Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Farm Bureau and carbon capture companies. It sets requirements for CO2 storage site applications, including ownership of at least 63 percent of the land in the proposed unit, a submitted map of the affected area and notice to surface owners, mineral rights holders and owners of impacted wells. “Senate Bill 269 sets Oklahoma up to lead the nation in the fast-growing carbon capture and sequestration industry, an emerging field that is poised to spur private investment and economic growth in the state,” said Sen. Dave Rader, R-Tulsa. “This law ensures that oversight of this emerging industry stays with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, not Washington bureaucrats, so rules and regulations addressing this developing sector reflect what’s best for all Oklahomans.” Public notice must be given through two publications, with one issued no fewer than 30 days before the Corporation Commission hearing. No injection may occur without commission authorization, and the agency is directed to issue a certificate of completion within 50 years of injection ending, assuming regulatory compliance and maintained mechanical integrity. The bill also creates the Class VI Carbon Sequestration Storage Facility Revolving Fund. Once a facility deposits $5 million or more into the fund, its fees will pause until expenditures bring the balance below $4 million. The Corporation Commission must provide electronic reports to legislative leaders evaluating the fund’s effectiveness. SB269 goes into effect Nov. 1.

Mar 27, 2025
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House Passes Bills for Sports Betting and Gaming Compact Supplements

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed two significant bills aimed at legalizing sports betting and enhancing the state's gaming compact with tribal partners.  House Bill 1047 , authored by Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, authorizes sports betting in Oklahoma. The bill also maintains the existing funding for the treatment of compulsive gambling, ensuring the monthly allocation to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services remains at $20,833. Additionally, the bill outlines provisions for tribes interested in entering into gaming compact supplements to accept the state's offer for sports betting.  House Bill 1101 , also authored by Luttrell, establishes a voter referendum for the approval of sports wagering in the state. It mirrors many of the provisions in HB1047 and provides a path for tribes to adopt the state’s gaming compact supplements. However, HB1101 specifies that it will only take effect if HB1047 does not become law. Should HB1101 go into effect, sports betting would need to be approved by a vote of the people.  “These bills represent a balanced approach, ensuring both tribal and public interests are served,” Luttrell said. “By legalizing sports betting, we’re not only creating new opportunities but also capturing revenue from millions of dollars that are currently being bet illegally or out of state. This means Oklahoma will benefit from those funds, which will help strengthen our economy and provide additional resources for critical services. At the same time, we’re securing existing funding for mental health services and addressing the challenges of compulsive gambling. This benefits all Oklahomans.”  Both bills passed the House and now move to the Senate for further consideration.