Erick Harris (politician) explained

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

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.