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Democratic Party

Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94
Tenure

2018 - Present

Term ends

2026

Years in position

6

Predecessor

Compensation

Base salary

$47,500/year

Per diem

$174/day

Elections and appointments
Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Central State University, 1989

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Director of New Media Technology at The Oklahoman
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Andy Fugate (Democratic Party) is a member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, representing District 94. He assumed office on November 21, 2018. His current term ends on November 18, 2026.

Fugate (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives to represent District 94. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Fugate was born on August 10, 1966. He graduated from Central State University with a bachelor's degree in 1989. His professional experience includes working as Director of New Media Technology at The Oklahoman. He also has worked as Vice President of Technology for Accord Human Resources, IT Director for Price Edwards & Company, . Fugate has been affiliated with Del City Rotary, Del City Kiwanis, Del City Chamber of Commerce, Oklahoma Close Up Foundation, Oklahoma City Jazz Orchestra, BSA Last Frontier Council, Sunny Lane United Methodist Church, Mid-Del Public Schools Foundation, and Mid-Del Tinker 100.[1]

Committee assignments

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2023-2024

Fugate was assigned to the following committees:

2021-2022

Fugate was assigned to the following committees:

2019-2020

Fugate was assigned to the following committees:


The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.


Elections

2024

See also: Oklahoma House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94

Incumbent Andy Fugate defeated Suzanne Jobe in the general election for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94 on November 5, 2024.

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60.6
 
6,869
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Suzanne Jobe (R)
 
39.4
 
4,471

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Total votes: 11,340
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Andy Fugate advanced from the Democratic primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Suzanne Jobe advanced from the Republican primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94.

Endorsements

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2022

See also: Oklahoma House of Representatives elections, 2022

Democratic primary election

The primary election was canceled. Andy Fugate (D) won the election without appearing on the ballot.

2020

See also: Oklahoma House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94

Incumbent Andy Fugate defeated Lauren Rodebush in the general election for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94 on November 3, 2020.

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59.7
 
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Lauren Rodebush (R)
 
40.3
 
4,724

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Total votes: 11,708
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Andy Fugate advanced from the Democratic primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94

Lauren Rodebush defeated Franklin Paul Cromack in the Republican primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94 on June 30, 2020.

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58.3
 
1,201
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Franklin Paul Cromack
 
41.7
 
860

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Total votes: 2,061
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Endorsements

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2018

See also: Oklahoma House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94

Andy Fugate defeated Jason Sansone in the general election for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94 on November 6, 2018.

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Jason Sansone (R)
 
39.6
 
3,855

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Total votes: 9,732
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94

Andy Fugate advanced from the Democratic primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94 on June 26, 2018.

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94

Jason Sansone defeated Colin Russell in the Republican primary for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94 on June 26, 2018.

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57.3
 
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Colin Russell
 
42.7
 
1,118

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Total votes: 2,619
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2022

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2020

Candidate Connection

Andy Fugate completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Fugate's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I'm a problem solver. It excites me to team with others and create solutions. I spent my career leading technology divisions and managing enterprise projects for some of Oklahoma's premiere companies. Technology leadership is different. Often your team reports to others, so success requires servant leadership and common vision.

At the Capitol that means an end the partisan games and the finger-pointing. There are good people with good ideas all over the place, including on both sides of the aisle. But those ideas die when we shout instead of listening. I've demonstrated I can build relationships and trust.

At home, I'm a father and husband. I grew up in the community and we raised our family here. I believe in repaying what is gained so I spend a lot of time in public school classrooms working with students. I also serve on various civic boards throughout the metro area.

I believe in civic engagement, so I spend a lot of time in the community speaking about what is happening at the Capitol. I spent over 3 decades as a volunteer working each spring with high school kids at the capitol through Oklahoma Close Up. I apply those same non-partisan approaches when discussing issues with constituents. That keeps the communications open and, ultimately, that's how I learn best.
  • The best government is one that works for all the people regardless of wealth or political connections.
  • Oklahoma's Constitution requires free, quality public education for all students. It's my number one priority.
  • Mental Health problems are the root cause of so many of our state's challenges. We must invest in treatment and prevention instead of relying on jails and prisons to house Oklahomans with mental illness.
I'm passionate about public education. Our democracy and our economic future depend on well-educated, civically engaged young people. I believe in great schools for all Oklahoma students, no matter which zip-code they live in our how much money their family makes.

I'm passionate about fighting for disadvantaged and special needs citizens. For too long our state has starved services for the most needy. Seniors, veterans, Oklahomans with disabilities, special-needs students, and food-insecure families have been asked to do without. It's time to change that.

I'm passionate about criminal justice reform. Our state guarantees occupancy at private prisons and leads the nation in jailing our own citizens. Time and time again, Oklahomans have voted overwhelmingly to give nonviolent offenders treatment instead of prison sentences. It's time to do as the people voted.
Definitely, my dad. My dad alway looked out for people. He always treated people with kindness and respect even when they were not nice to him. When dad retired from the USAF, he used his GI Bill benefits to go to college. Dad worked multiple jobs at that time to keep us fed and clothed while he also juggled a full school schedule. At one time, my dad worked as a custodian. Because he was working so much and studying at home, I would often go with him to his custodial job. I saw firsthand how people treated him. My father was no different than any of those people when he was in class or away from work. But as a custodian he was snubbed and often talked down to. I vowed then that I would always learn the names of the custodial staff wherever I worked. People do all kinds of work. Sometimes the work is rewarding. More often, it's not. But it should NEVER be demeaning.

Dad had a very strong work ethic. In fact, he retired three times over the course of his life. The first was from the USAF, the second was from Sears and Roebuck, and the third was from the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety. Dad worked on commission at Sears. But even so, he would often tell customers about pending sales on items they were planning to purchase. Although he didn't do it for that reason, those people became loyal and repeat customers. They would seek out my dad because they knew he was looking out for their best interests and not just trying to make a buck. He knew it was important to take care of people.

My father was also a God fearing Christian. He taught me to love God, love my family, and to love our country, in that order.
Elected officials should work for everyone and should not play favorites. That's basic fairness. Government should base decisions on what's best for ALL Oklahomans, not just those with lobbyists and deep pockets.

Transparency and accountability are also crucial. Elected officials must reach out to constituents before decisions are made and explain decisions once they are made.
I'm a problem solver. It excites me to team with others and create solutions. I spent my career leading technology divisions for some of Oklahoma's premiere companies. Technology leadership is different. Often your team reports to others, so success requires servant leadership and common vision. I've demonstrated I can build relationships and trust.

I know I don't have all the answers. Nor do I have the solutions to all our problems. None of us does. So I choose to listen. I listen to colleagues. I listen to every expert I can find. Most importantly, I have and will continue to listen to my constituents.
Legislators represent a district, but our primary responsibility is to ALL Oklahomans. When we vote, we must balance the needs of constituents with this greater purpose in mind.

Elected officials are ultimately the ones responsible for making government successful. It's healthy to have discussion about what we want government to do on our behalf. But once that's done, it's our job as elected leaders to make it work efficiently and effectively for everyone. When government fails, it's because we have failed.
I want a return of civility and mutual respect in the Legislature. That doesn't mean we have to agree. We will disagree. That's healthy. Early GM CEO, Alfred Sloan, famously said,

"If we are all in agreement on the decision - then I propose we postpone further discussion of this matter until our next meeting to give ourselves time to develop disagreement and perhaps gain some understanding of what the decision is all about."

But what we must do is learn to disagree without being disagreeable. That's when we work together the best. Arguably, one of the most productive Legislatures in Oklahoma's history was the 51st Legislature in 2007-2008, when control was evenly split in the Oklahoma Senate and both parties shared power.

We've done it before and we can do it again.
I remember the Watergate hearings and President Nixon's resignation. I was seven. Nixon's resignation taught me that Presidents are human - and they are fallible. They MUST surround themselves with good people who will hold them accountable and challenge them. That's not easy, but it isn't meant to be. President Lincoln's cabinet was filled with people who openly opposed him. But it's a leader's responsibility to cast a compelling vision and get his people to work together cohesively. If they surround themselves with enablers and sycophants, they will fail and the people will suffer. It's vital that we remember that loyalty does not belong with the President. Loyalty belongs with the county.

I also remember President Ford's pardon of President Nixon. That single action probably cost him his shot at being elected to the Presidency. But President Ford put country above self.
Fly Me To the Moon.

I was at the State Sheriff's Association Luncheon and walked past a Sheriff who was whistling the tune. As a semi-professional jazz musician, it caught me completely by surprise. It brought a smile to my face and stuck in head for the rest of the day.
Yes. We often hear that "government is like a business". Perhaps, but if so, it's more like a large, multinational conglomerate than a single product company. The various state agencies provide so many different functions and services. Even elected officials who are quick studies take years to develop the knowledge to make meaningful changes in more than a handful of Oklahoma's 600+ agencies, boards, and commissions. Until they develop that depth of knowledge, they are left to the whims of lobbyists and agency leaders who provide information unchallenged.

I spent almost 35 years teaching high school students the processes at the state capitol and exploring the current issues affecting our state. So when I was elected, I had a leg up on many in my freshman class. Nevertheless, there was, and still is, so much more to learn.

Leadership doesn't come from being elected. It comes from what you do every day to serve and participate in your community. I think my experience in the technology industry gives me a unique perspective on servant leadership and problem solving. I also value the different experiences and perspectives my colleagues bring to the table, whether they come from public schools, nonprofits, or elsewhere.
Every challenge facing us, whether that's education or healthcare, depends on a sustainable state budget. Far too often we limit our future by focusing only on urgent needs. Planners know this as the "tyranny of the urgent." I strongly believe our state needs a more balanced and sustainable revenue model. That's why I wrote HJR1030 to rework the Rainy Day Fund, and I continue to keep fighting for common sense solutions.
We are co-equal partners in building a better Oklahoma. I have seen firsthand the problems that arise when the Governor and State Legislature do not work together or even communicate. The current budget was developed solely by the Legislature with no involvement from the Governor. That might make it easier to create a budget, but it's a lousy way to govern. During these last few months we have heard far too many reports of public funds intended for addressing the COVID-19 pandemic being given to private entities and middlemen. There is no transparency, and you can't have accountability without transparency.

Common vision comes when we put the people of Oklahoma first. That means an end to the partisan games and the finger-pointing. There are good people with good ideas all over the place, and that includes both the legislature and the Governor's office. But those ideas die when we shout instead of listening.
Absolutely. Not only is it beneficial - it's vital. During my time in the legislature, it has become clear that not only are the two parties not listening to each other, they're also not communicating with their counterparts in the opposite chamber. Instead, we have shouting, finger pointing, and game playing. The people of Oklahoma deserve better. The reality is that there are good people with good ideas on both sides of the aisle at the capitol. What is missing is a common vision for the people of Oklahoma.

The first step is to STOP treating others - even those with whom we disagree - as enemies. It's time to listen to learn and communicate. We must find ways to work together. I have made many friends at the capitol over my decades of volunteer work with Oklahoma Close Up - friends on both sides of the aisle. I've also spent the past two years building healthy, respectful relationships with members of both parties and in both chambers. I'm very intentional about building those relationships because I know if we work together, we will build a better Oklahoma for ALL of us.
I serve on four committees. All four were committees I requested.

I'm passionate about improving Oklahoma's public schools, so I requested the Appropriations and Budget Committee on Education. I'm likewise passionate about the courts and the judiciary. My years of Oklahoma Close Up experience have given me a healthy respect and perspective for the challenges we face with our courts. Our state government sometimes has a hard time following the letter of the law, whether it is State Question 781 funding or education funding. These committees play a critically important role in ensuring that we fund the government our citizens voted for.

I serve on the Committee on Veterans & Military Affairs because I respect those who have given so much in service to our country. Although it's not in my district, Tinker AFB is why my family moved here. It's also within earshot of my house. We hear Reveille at 7a, the retreat and Star Spangled Banner at 5p, and Taps at 10. I grew up on military bases, and I still look forward to hearing these played each day.

Finally, I serve on the Rules Committee. I was pleasantly surprised to be allowed to serve on this committee as a freshman legislator. The Rules Committee plays a critical role in ensuring transparency and accountability. It's also the "catch all" committee for bills that are heard outside the standard committee process. So one has to keep up with everything happening across all committees and be prepared to have something activated or transferred on short notice to the Rules Committee. You've got to be fast on your feet and it helps that I'm a voracious reader and a constant questioner.
An important part of my job is helping constituents with government issues. I love it when I can make government work! Much of my recent work has been helping people with unemployment and health concerns.

Recently, two of my constituents reached out about problems they had accessing Soonercare. They applied 12 days after their baby was born, and were told that Soonercare wouldn't cover back to his birth. They would have faced over $14,000 in medical bills if our office didn't jump in to fight for them. Sadly, it's the same story for literally thousands of Oklahomans every day, from unemployment to food stamps.

Although it certainly feels good to help people, things shouldn't be this way. Government is supposed to work for EVERYONE, not only those who are wealthy, powerful, or connected. You shouldn't have to "know someone." I firmly believe it's our responsibility as elected leaders to make it work. Period. I'm frustrated when it doesn't.

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Andy Fugate campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94Won general$99,990 $106,778
2022Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94Won primary$47,541 $62,247
2020Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94Won general$78,412 N/A**
2018Oklahoma House of Representatives District 94Won general$41,264 N/A**
Grand total$267,206 $169,025
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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