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.