Press Releases
Senator Lankford Meets with Housing and Urban Development Nominee Dr. Ben Carson
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today met with former pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. "It was a pleasure to meet with Dr. Ben Carson today to discuss his vision for the Department of Housing and Urban Development and its ability to help people," said Lankford. "Dr. Carson's focus is on transitioning HUD into an agency that helps people escape poverty, rather than just survive in it… Continue Reading
01.12.17
Senator Lankford, Congressman Wenstrup Introduce Resolutions to Block DC Bill Authorizing Physician-Assisted Suicide
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (OK) and Congressman Brad Wenstrup (OH-02) today introduced companion resolutions of disapproval to overturn "The Death with Dignity Act of 2015" (Act 21-577), which legalizes physician-assisted suicide in the District of Columbia. "If assisted suicide becomes legal, some people's lives will be ended without their consent, through mistakes and abuse. No safeguards have ever been enacted or even proposed that can prevent this outcome," said Lankford. "Was… Continue Reading
01.12.17
Senator Lankford Supports Committee Confirmation of Rep Mike Pompeo for CIA Director
CLICK HERE to view Lankford's Q&A with Rep. Pompeo WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today questioned President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Representative Mike Pompeo (R-KS) during his nomination hearing before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. "Mike Pompeo's impressive resume, years of military and private-sector experience and service on the House Intelligence Committee, makes him a distinctively qualif… Continue Reading
01.11.17
Senator Lankford’s Office Releases 2016 Activity Report
WASHINGTON, DC - The Office of Senator James Lankford today released a memo detailing the activities and accomplishments of the Senator's service to Oklahoma in 2016. A PDF of the memo is available here, and the full text is below: TO: ALL RESIDENTS OF OKLAHOMA FROM: GREG SLAVONIC (REAR ADMIRAL NAVY-RETIRED), CHIEF-OF-STAFF, SENATOR LANKFORD SUBJECT: OFFICE OF SENATOR JAMES LANKFORD ANNUAL ACTIVITY REPORT DATE: JANUARY 11, … Continue Reading
01.10.17
Senator Lankford Supports Confirmation of Homeland Security Secretary Nominee General John Kelly
CLICK HERE to view Lankford's Q&A with Gen. Kelly WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today questioned President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, General John F. Kelly (Ret., USMC) during his nomination hearing before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. "With all the instability around the world, we need a strong leader at the helm of the Department of Homeland Security," said Lankford. "Wit… Continue Reading
01.09.17
Senator Lankford Meets with Budget Nominee Rep. Mick Mulvaney
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today met with Congressman Mick Mulvaney (R-SC), President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the director of the Office of Management and Budget. "Mick Mulvaney shares my commitment to address the debt and to reduce the burdensome regulations that plague US economic growth," said Lankford. "I look forward to Mick's confirmation hearings, and I am encouraged that he will make it through the process. The nation's $20 trillion debt, and the problems… Continue Reading
01.09.17
Senator Lankford, Randy Forbes Announce Rep. Mark Walker as New Co-Chair of Congressional Prayer Caucus
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressional Prayer Caucus co-chairman Senator James Lankford (R-OK) and former Rep. Randy Forbes (R-VA) today announced that Rep. Mark Walker (R-NC) will serve as the new House co-chair of the Caucus. Rep. Walker will assume the leadership role previously held by Forbes, who founded the Caucus in 2005 to protect the right of individuals to pray and practice their faith freely. "Our nation was founded on the solid conviction that all men were endowed by their Creator with cer… Continue Reading
01.05.17
Senator Lankford Meets with Homeland Security Secretary Nominee General John Kelly
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today met with retired General John F. Kelly, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. "Our national security is a priority that we need to take very seriously" said Lankford. "We need a strong leader at the Homeland Security Department, a person who will help protect America against terrorism and secure our borders. It was a pleasure to meet with General John Kelly to learn more about his … Continue Reading
01.04.17
Senator Lankford Supports Resolution to Repeal Obamacare
WASHINGTON, DC -Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today released a statement following a procedural vote to begin the process to repeal the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare: "Oklahomans have seen first-hand the devastation caused by the impact of Obamacare. Last year, the Obama administration announced a 25 percent increase in premiums across the nation. The news for our state was much worse. Oklahoma will see a rise of 76 percent with only one health insurer to offer plans through the … Continue Reading
01.04.17
Senator Lankford’s Taxpayers Right To Know Act Passes The House Unanimously
WASHINGTON, DC - The Taxpayers Right To Know Act, a transparency bill championed by Senator James Lankford (R-OK) for several years, passed the House of Representatives today by voice vote, on the second day of the new 115th Congress. "I applaud the House for quickly passing the Taxpayers Right To Know Act." said Lankford. "The American people deserve to know more about how their tax dollars are being spent and this legislation will do that. The Taxpayers Right To Know Act will require the fed… Continue Reading
01.03.17
Senator Lankford Sworn-In for 115th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) was sworn-in today as a United States Senator from Oklahoma for the 115th Congress. Today's swearing-in officially begins Lankford's first full six-year term after being reelected on November 8, 2016. "I am incredibly grateful for the honor to represent the state of Oklahoma as one of its United States Senators," said Lankford. "The people of Oklahoma have entrusted me to serve in this capacity on their behalf, and I hope to make all Oklahomans pr… Continue Reading
12.20.16
Senator Lankford Leads Congressional Delegation Trip to Turkey, Kosovo and South Korea
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today returned to the United States after leading a congressional delegation trip to Turkey, Kosovo, and South Korea. Lankford traveled abroad from December 14 to December 20 and was joined by Congressmen Steve Russell (OK-05) and Markwayne Mullin (OK-02). The purpose of the trip was to visit deployed Oklahoma National Guard troops in Kosovo, and meet with foreign leaders and military personnel in Turkey and South Korea regarding regional securit… Continue Reading
12.17.16
President Obama Signs International Religious Freedom Bill Co-Sponsored by Senator Lankford
WASHINGTON, DC - On Friday, President Obama signed the Frank R. Wolf International Religious Freedom Act, a bill co-sponsored by Senator James Lankford (R-OK). The law aims to strengthen the United States' effort to combat persecution of religious minorities around the world. "Religious freedom is more than an American right; it is a human right," said Lankford. "The Frank Wolf International Religious Freedom Act is needed to help prevent the persecution of religious minorities around the world… Continue Reading
12.15.16
President Obama Signs Senator Lankford D.C. Transparency Bill Into Law
WASHINGTON, DC - On Wednesday, President Obama signed into law a bill that was written by Senator James Lankford - the District of Columbia Judicial Financial Transparency Act. This law increases judicial transparency for Washington, DC court judges by requiring they meet the same financial disclosure thresholds as federal judges, and it modernizes multiple court functions. Lankford introduced the Senate version of this bill in May of 2016. "I am pleased that this judicial transparency bill ha… Continue Reading
12.13.16
Senate Judiciary Chairman Recommends Criminal Investigation Into Planned Parenthood
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today applauded Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley's (R-IA) decision to refer the Planned Parenthood Federation of America to the FBI and the Department of Justice for investigation and possible prosecution. The Committee today released a detailed report about Planned Parenthood's harvesting of human tissue and its potential failed or lack of compliance with the law. "I am pleased that Senate Judiciary Chairman Grassley has asked the Just… Continue Reading
12.13.16
Senator Lankford Highlights Oklahoma Charity in Senate Opportunity Coalition’s Second Report
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) joined the Senate Opportunity Coalition (SOC) last week to release its second report reviewing their continued progress in identifying common obstacles faced by millions of Americans still living in poverty. "Federal, state and local governments should begin to think more about the prevention of poverty, rather than just the management of poverty," said Lankford. "To help achieve better outcomes for foster youth, and at-risk youth, the federal gove… Continue Reading
12.10.16
Senator Lankford Supports Water Infrastructure Bill
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) made the following statement today in support of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act (S. 612), which passed the Senate by a vote of 78 to 21: "The Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act is a solid infrastructure bill that provides much-needed innovation for numerous projects across the nation, and Oklahoma. It authorizes essential navigation, flood control, and restoration projects, many of them backlogged by the … Continue Reading
12.09.16
Senator Lankford Opposes Continuing Resolution
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today issued the following statement on the Continuing Resolution (H.R. 2028), which keeps current FY2017 spending levels through April 28, 2017: "The federal government has a commitment to the American people to serve them and use taxpayer dollars wisely, and Oklahomans' expectations are no different. In one year, the government has dropped the ball and racked up another half-a-trillion-dollar deficit-on top of the already devastating $19 trillion… Continue Reading
12.08.16
Senator Lankford Supports NDAA Conference Report
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator James Lankford (R-OK) made the following statement today in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference Report (S. 2943), which passed the Senate by a vote of 92 to 7: "I'm pleased that Congress has passed a responsible bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act, which gives our military the funding and direction it needs to protect our national security. Providing for the defense of our nation is one of Congress' most important responsibilit… Continue Reading
12.07.16
Senators Lankford, Inhofe Statement In Support of Scott Pruitt for EPA Administrator
WASHINGTON, DC - Senators James Lankford and Jim Inhofe today released a statement in support of President-elect Trump's announcement of his intention to nominate Oklahoma Attorney General E. Scott Pruitt as Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: "I applaud President-elect Trump and his team for choosing Scott Pruitt to lead the Environmental Protection Agency," said Lankford. "Pruitt has served Oklahoma as a tireless defender of justice and law, and I am confident that he … Continue Reading
