Sykes elected to Capitol leadership

Sykes elected to Capitol leadership

The Majority Party in the Oklahoma State Senate has selected their leadership team for the 2008-09' legislative sessions, and Senator Anthony Sykes has been chosen to serve as Majority Whip. Sykes was elected by his colleagues Tuesday at a caucus prior to the swearing in ceremony for new Senators. Sen. Sykes becomes the first District 24 senator to serve in a Majority Leadership position since 1983.

Sykes said he was honored to have been chosen by Senate Republicans for the leadership post.

"Oklahomans have entrusted Republicans with a historic majority in the Senate, and we look forward to working on a variety of issues and initiatives to make Oklahoma a better place to live, work and raise a family," said Sykes. "I'm honored to assume this challenge and grateful for the opportunity to serve the citizens of District 24."

For the past two years, Sykes has served as Co-Chair of the Senate Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence. Sykes has also served as a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development and the Senate Committee on Retirement and Insurance. Sykes is a graduate of Newcastle High School, the University of Oklahoma and the University of Oklahoma College of Law.

"We will work hard to pass legislation to improve our infrastructure, ensure the safety of law-abiding citizens, promote job growth and bring tax relief to Oklahoma families," Sykes said. "I look forward to working with each of our members to ensure we make progress on the issues important to District 24 and Oklahoma."