| Full Name: | Doug Cox |
|---|---|
| Current Office: | State House - District 5, Republican |
| First Elected: | 11/02/2004 |
| Last Elected: | 11/06/2012 |
| Next Election: | 2014 |
| Gender: | Male |
| Family: | Wife: Drenda; 3 Children: Matt, Cassie, Scott |
| Birth Date: | 08/09/1952 |
Representative Doug Cox
Biographical
Recent Key Votes
HB 2218 - Reduces Funds for the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority
Legislation (Nay)
March 14, 2013 - Reduces funding to the Oklahoma Education Television Authority (OETA) for fiscal years 2016 through 2018 by the following percentages based on the amount appropriated ...
HB 1940 - Authorizes Students to Express Religious Viewpoints in Schools
Legislation (Nay)
March 14, 2013
HB 1412 - Prohibits Compliance with United Nations Agenda 21/Sustainable Development
More Key Votes
Legislation (Did Not Vote)
March 13, 2013
Recent Public Statements
Issue Position: Taxes
Jan. 1, 2012 - Doug has consistently supported lower taxes for working Oklahoma families. As a result of tax cuts enacted during his service, Oklahoma families are now keeping ...
Issue Position: Fiscal Accountability
Jan. 1, 2012 - Over the years, Oklahoma's state government has grown dramatically in size and in its spending. Doug has worked to put an end to frivolous spending ...
Issue Position: Health Care
More Public Statements
Jan. 1, 2012 - As the Legislature's only medical doctor, Doug has become the leading voice on health care issues. During his time in office, Doug has successfully advocated ...
Recent Interest Group Ratings
| Span | Name | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | National Rifle Association Candidate Positions on Gun Rights | 75% |
| 2012 | Oklahoma Sierra Club Positions | 67% |
| 2011 | Research Institute for Economic Development Lifetime Score | 83% |
Campaign Finances
| Top industry | Balance Forward ($16,365.00) |
| Source | FollowTheMoney.org |
Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)
Doug Cox refused to tell citizens where he stands on any of the issues addressed in the 2012 Political Courage Test, despite repeated requests from Vote Smart, national media, and prominent political leaders.
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Contact Information
Capitol Email
dougcox@okhouse.gov
Capitol Website
http://www.okhouse.gov/District.aspx?District=5
Capitol
2300 North Lincoln Boulevard, Room 331
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone: 405-557-7415
District
33471 South 595 Road
Grove, OK 74344
Key Staff
Jane Mitchell
Legislative Assistant
Phone: 405-557-7415