MEET REPRESENTATIVE
MICHELLE McCANE
Michelle McCane is a lifelong Tulsan, educator, and community advocate. As the first woman to represent House District 72, she brings the voices of working families, students, and underserved communities into every room she enters — even if she has to bring the chair herself.
If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.
-Shirley Chisholm
LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
EDUCATION REFORM
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HB1944 – Assigns students grade levels based on earned credits
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HB1946 – Protects teachers by requiring contracts of at least one year
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HB1493 – Growing Minds, Active Kids Act: Adds 30 minutes of daily recess
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HB1020 & HB1727 – Expands scholarship access for children of school employees
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HB1412 & HB1466 – Improves graduation tracking and gives schools more say in accreditation
Michelle using her experience in the classroom to write and support bills that actually help students, teachers, and families.
PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY
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HB1948 & HB1949 – Oklahoma Public Health and Safety Reform Act
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HB1019 – Creates a Rare Disease Advisory Council
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HB1018 – Bans unauthorized pelvic exams
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HB2012 – Supports harm-reduction services
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HB2705 – Requires law enforcement to update sexual assault victims about evidence
Michelle supports legislation to protect the dignity and health of all Oklahomans, especially vulnerable groups.
TRANSPARENCY & GOVERNMENT REFORM
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HB1943 – Oklahoma Plain Writing Act: Requires state agencies to use plain language
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HB1942 – Requires clear cost disclosure in contracts
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HB1016 – Protects minors creating online content
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HB2209 – Allows remote participation in public meetings (Open Meeting Act)
Michelle is pushing for transparency in how Oklahoma communicates, governs, and spends.
HOUSING & TENANTS RIGHTS
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HB1950 – Oklahoma Housing Act
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HB1945 – Adds tenant protections regarding background checks, keys, and rates
Michelle is advocating for fair housing practices and pushing for stronger tenant rights in Oklahoma.
Library Day at the Capitol
April 29th, 2026
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Representative Michelle McCane is a member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives for House District 72. She was elected in June 2024 and her first term started in November 2024. House District 72 includes portions of Tulsa, Owasso, Sperry, and Turley.