Erick Harris (politician) explained

State House:Oklahoma
District:39th
Term Start:February 21, 2024

Erick Harris is an American politician who has served as the member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives for the 39th district since February 21, 2024. He is a member of the Republican Party.

Biography

Erick Harris graduated from Tuskegee University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and served as student body president. Afterward, he earned a masters in public administration and earned a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Oklahoma.[1] Prior to his election, Harris worked as an attorney, served on the Oklahoma Department of Corrections Board, and taught as an adjunct professor at the University of Central Oklahoma.[2]

Oklahoma House of Representatives

Harris ran in the 2024 special election to succeed Ryan Martinez in the 39th district of the Oklahoma House of Representatives.[3] He was one of six Republican primary candidates alongside Kristen Ferate, Tim Hale, Ronda Peterson, Cris Price, and Ross Vanhooser. Harris placed first in the December 12, 2023 primary with 27% of the vote and advanced to the general election.[4] Harris won 50.3% of the vote in the February 13, 2024 general election.[5]

Personal life

Harris is a lifelong resident of Oklahoma and a citizen of the Muscogee Nation. He is married and has one daughter. He is also a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.[1]

Notes and References

  1. News: Harris Sworn in to Serve Oklahoma House District 39 . 21 February 2024 . Oklahoma House of Representatives. 21 February 2024.
  2. News: Tomlinson . Joe . Slew of candidates file for House District 39 special election . 14 February 2024 . NonDoc . 20 September 2023.
  3. News: Tomlinson . Joe . HD 39 Republicans: Six answer questions ahead of Dec. 12 election . 14 February 2024 . NonDoc . 29 November 2023.
  4. News: Tomlinson . Joe . Edmond's HD 39: Erick Harris, Regan Raff advance in special election . 14 February 2024 . NonDoc . 13 December 2023.
  5. News: Carter . M. Scott . Election results: Erick Harris elected to Edmond's House District 39 seat . 14 February 2024 . . February 13, 2024.