Representative Tammy West

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District 84

Hi, I’m Tammy West and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 84th District.


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Aug 5, 2025
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Three Oklahoma Legislators Chosen for 2025 Toll Fellowship

OKLAHOMA CITY — Three members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives have been selected to join the 2025 class of the Henry Toll Fellowship, one of the nation’s premier leadership development programs for state government officials. Rep. Dick Lowe, R-Amber; Rep. Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City; and Rep. Ellen Pogemiller, D-Oklahoma City, are among 48 public servants from 34 states and U.S. territories named to this year’s fellowship class by The Council of State Governments (CSG). Participants in the program are selected through a competitive, peer-nominated process. The class includes a wide range of public officials, from legislative leaders and executive branch administrators to judges and agency directors, all recognized for their integrity, impact and potential to shape the future of state government. “I’m honored to represent Oklahoma and to learn alongside leaders from across the country,” Lowe said. “As a legislator, I’m always looking for ways to better understand the challenges other states are facing and the solutions they’re trying. I believe this kind of collaboration helps us all grow. This is a chance to bring back new tools to help us keep improving how we serve the great people of Oklahoma.” West said she looks forward to the experience and the perspective it will provide. “This is more than just a recognition, it’s an opportunity to step outside our day-to-day work and think long-term about leadership, service and good governance,” West said. “I’m grateful for the chance to represent Oklahoma and to learn from colleagues across the country who are also working hard to make government more responsive and effective." Pogemiller said she is grateful for the opportunity to grow as a leader and to connect with fellow public servants from across the country. “I am honored to be one of 48 members selected for the national CSG Henry Toll Fellowship. I look forward to strengthening my leadership skills to foster collaboration and build policies that support working Oklahomans.” The program will be held Aug. 8-12 in Lexington, Kentucky, and brings together elected and appointed leaders from all three branches of state government. Fellows take part in intensive sessions designed to strengthen leadership, communication and collaboration skills. Since its inception in 1986, the fellowship has helped more than 1,400 state leaders refine their ability to govern effectively.

Jun 26, 2025
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Reps. Hill, Tammy West Applaud MOHA Executive Order

Reps. Brian Hill, R-Mustang, and Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City, applauded the recent executive order from Gov. Kevin Stitt launching the "Make Oklahoma Healthy Again" (MOHA) initiative. The push aligns with President Donald Trump and U.S. Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s national “Make America Healthy Again” campaign, which emphasizes cutting artificial additives in food, addressing environmental toxins and reducing chronic disease through cleaner living.  The order includes a comprehensive review regarding the use of artificial food coloring, including Red Dye 40, and the creation of the MOHA Initiative and the MOHA Advisory Council within the Oklahoma State Department of Health, among other initiatives.   In addition to the order, the governor announced he had directed the Department of Human Services (DHS) to request a waiver from the federal government to exclude candy and soft drinks from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Hill filed legislation to provide the same directive to DHS earlier this year.   "This is the kind of big-picture thinking Oklahoma needs," Hill said. "We are finally taking the blinders off and looking at what contributes to poor public health outcomes across the board. Health starts with what we put in our bodies, not just how we treat them after we get sick. We've tackled the symptoms for years, but now is the time to address the root causes. By excluding candy and soft drinks from SNAP benefits, we can properly allocate taxpayer funds to healthy foods that improve the health of Oklahomans. With Governor Stitt's willingness to lead on this issue and support from Secretary Kennedy, we now have the momentum to become the national leader in clean living and modern health policy."  West has coauthored legislation that would address the overabundance of certain chemicals, dyes and substances in food products. She also requested an interim study this year to examine how synthetic food additives affect public health and impact the state's workforce productivity.  "The health and well-being of Oklahomans are the foundation of our state’s strength and prosperity," West said. "Unfortunately, the long-term effects of chemicals, dyes and additives in our food and water supplies are too often ignored in public health discussions. Safe food and clean water shouldn't be political; they should be a priority. I thank Governor Stitt and Secretary Kennedy for opening the door to review these outdated practices and get upstream of our poor health outcomes before it's too late. I look forward to supporting policies that reflect our shared commitment to Oklahoma's well-being."   The initiative will not require any additional taxpayer funds and will instead utilize existing state resources, philanthropic partnerships, federal grants and support from the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust. 

Jun 2, 2025
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Historic Fee Elimination Signed into Law

OKLAHOMA CITY – Two measures reforming Oklahoma's fines and fees systems have been signed into law. Rep. Tammy West, R-Oklahoma City, and Sen. Todd Gollihare, R-Kellyville, authored House Bill 1460  and House Bill 1462 . The measures arose from an interim study held in October to understand the current scope of fees that can be charged to Oklahomans through the criminal justice system. The study highlighted how these fees impact individuals and families, the fees' intended use and the collection rate of fees. HB1460 eliminates several fees across Oklahoma’s justice system, as well as strengthens the court fee waiver process. HB1462 directs courts to prioritize payments for restitution to the victim when sentencing. West said these fees disproportionately affect people with limited financial means, leading to some collection rates as low as 25%. Many of these fees cost the state more to collect than they bring in, leaving departments that received little revenue from these fees with an unstable revenue source. "When we refuse to remove these substantial barriers, we continue to punish people well after they've served their time," West said. "These measures will change the lives of Oklahomans and give those who may be struggling a helping hand to break generational cycles. Without the burden of overwhelming fees, people will be better equipped to rebuild their lives and become productive members of society." "Our justice system should never be a trapdoor that keeps people down.," Gollihare said. "With these changes, we’re removing needless financial burdens and making it clear that the focus is on real accountability and giving folks the opportunity to get back on track. This is a win for victims, a win for families, and a win for Oklahoma."  Both bills were signed May 28 and take effect Nov. 1.