Shumate New Black Caucus Chairman

Rep. Jabar Shumate, Tulsa Democat, is the new chairman of the Oklahoma Legislative Black Caucus this year, the group announced today.

“As chair of the Oklahoma Legislative Black Caucus, I will work to reduce the disparities that exist for African Americans in education, health, and income,” said Shumate. “I also plan to focus on crime reduction and lowering Oklahoma's incarceration rates, as well as improving restorative justice programs in the state.”

The caucus recently met and selected its leadership team, which also includes Reps. Mike Shelton (D-Oklahoma City) and T.W. Shannon (R-Lawton), who will serve as treasurer and co-treasurer, respectively.

The Caucus will develop its legislative agenda at the group’s fall retreat.

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