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119th Congress

May 6, 2025
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As an enrolled member of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma and longest serving Native American in the House of Representatives, tribal issues have always been at the forefront of the policy decisions I have made and advocated for as a Member of Congress, as the first Native American Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, and as Co-Chair of the Native American Caucus.

Issues:Tribal Relations

April 28, 2025
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Issues:Immigration

April 22, 2025
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As a congressman, my job of course consists of casting votes, debating legislation in committee, and drafting legislation. However, the duty I take the most pride in is representing the Fourth District of Oklahoma and being a voice for my constituents.


April 21, 2025

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Washington, D.C. – On the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement:


April 10, 2025

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require an individual to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections, as well as remove non-citizens from its voter registration rolls:


April 10, 2025

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole released the following statement after voting in favor of the budget resolution:


April 8, 2025
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Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs

April 1, 2025
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Today marks the beginning of April, which means it is also officially the beginning of storm season in Oklahoma. We, as Oklahomans, are not naïve to extreme weather and tornadoes. However, that does not mean that we shouldn’t prepare and be ready for if and when extreme weather conditions do escalate.


March 27, 2025

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Issues:Agriculture

March 27, 2025

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after hearing about the passing of Wes Watkins: 

“I was deeply saddened to learn of the sudden and unexpected passing of my dear friend and distinguished public servant, Wes Watkins of Stillwater, Oklahoma.