Kyle Chapman

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Kyle Chapman

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

June 18, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Georgia State University, 2010

Law

University of Oklahoma College of Law, 2021

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Personal

Birthplace

West Palm Beach, Fla.

Religion

Baptist

Profession

Attorney

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Facebook

Kyle Chapman (Republican Party) ran for election to the Oklahoma State Senate to represent District 15. He lost in the Republican primary on June 18, 2024.

Chapman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Kyle Chapman was born in West Palm Beach, Florida. He has served in the U.S. Army. He attended Shorter College, earned a bachelor's degree from Georgia State University in 2010, and a law degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2021. His career experience includes working as an attorney.

Elections

2024

See also: Oklahoma State Senate elections, 2024

General election

General election for Oklahoma State Senate District 15

Lisa Standridge defeated Elizabeth Foreman in the general election for Oklahoma State Senate District 15 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Lisa Standridge (R)	61.7	24,806
	Submit photo	Elizabeth Foreman (D)	38.3	15,378

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 40,184
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Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma State Senate District 15

Lisa Standridge defeated Robert Keyes in the Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma State Senate District 15 on August 27, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Lisa Standridge	50.6	2,507
	Submit photo	Robert Keyes	49.4	2,451

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,958
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Elizabeth Foreman advanced from the Democratic primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 15.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 15

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 15 on June 18, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Lisa Standridge	34.3	2,829
✔	Submit photo	Robert Keyes	26.7	2,203
	Submit photo	Kelly Lynn	16.7	1,376
	Submit photo	Tommie Herell	13.0	1,070
		Brandon Nofire	4.8	392
		Kyle Chapman	4.5	369

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,239
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Chapman in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Kyle Chapman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Chapman's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Kyle Chapman is a proven leader. He graduated from Army ROTC at Georgia State University and was commissioned as a Field Artillery Officer in the U.S. Army in 2011. He served just under seven years on Active Duty. In 2013, he served on a combat deployment as a Fire Support Officer, patrolling the mountains of Afghanistan with the 10th Mountain Division. He is Ranger qualified, graduating from the Army's premier Combat Leadership Course, Army Ranger School, in 2023. He received his J.D. from the University of Oklahoma in 2021. In 2023, Kyle opened his law practice in Norman, driven by the entrepreneurial spirit that makes America great. Kyle is running to represent the people of Oklahoma State Senate District 15. Kyle has tested leadership and seeks solutions to challenging issues. He has the grit and fighting spirit to get things done for the people of Cleveland County.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I believe in limited government that protects our constitutionally protected rights. I believe that government should uphold the Founder’s principles of a free market and free society.
• I believe in economic freedom. Government should have a limited role in the economy and should foster a free market.
• I am a combat tested proven leader. I have the experience to get things done. I have excelled in every leadership position that has been given to me. I lead from the front and endured the hardships of combat with my soldiers. I lead by example and I have the grit to get things done.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about limiting government intervention into the economy. I believe a free market is the best avenue to spread economic prosperity. I am passionate about education and reducing government waste.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to historical figures. I see strong men who didn’t let adversity stop them.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I believe we should lead by example. To tell the truth and uphold government accountability. I believe government officials shouldn’t become part of the swamp.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a Christian first. Second I am a father and Soldier. I believe leading by example, based on Christian values. I demonstrate this by being a good father and ensuring the hardships of combat with my soldiers.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Upholding government accountability. Increasing transparency and protected our individual liberties. Government should be limited to ensure a free market economy.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I was a good man who did not compromise his principles.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember the Oklahoma City Bombing. I was in Mrs. James 2nd Grade class when I was 8 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I was a life guard at a water park. I did it for a summer while in high school.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible. Being recycled at waiting for the next phase in Ranger School, the Bible provided me hope. Reading the stories of King David provided me inspiration in my time of need.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

N/a

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

N/a

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Graduating Ranger School. I went three times while on active duty and failed. The third attempt, I severely injured by ankle that placed me on permanent limited duty. After I graduated law school, I found out the Guard had Ranger School slots. I always kept myself physically ready if that opportunity to try again came. I got a slot, successfully navigated through the red tape to remove my limited duty profile.

I graduated last year. It was the hardest endeavor of my life. I repeated several phases and at one point was hospitalized for 4 days. However, with the power of faith, I graduated. Ranger School strengthened my faith.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

It should be cooperative to protect Oklahoman liberties and provide for a free market economy. However, the legislature shouldn’t be a “yes man” to the Governor.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Provide ample cheap energy to foster economic growth and provide an educated workforce for the future.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. I think it’s good to have fresh ideas that aren’t tainted by government. I believe veterans and entrepreneurs provide a fresh perspective to government.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes. Thats how the sausage gets made.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

No.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

No. I believe elected officials should focus on the job that is at hand.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

N/A

Tell us your favorite joke.

N/a

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Yes they should oversee emergency powers. Emergency powers get abused when the legislature abdicates their responsibility. I believe granting emergency powers tends to expand government and is not needed. I believe that officials need to stop and take a breath because almost all issues don’t need to be an immediate response to abdicate the people’s power.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

I’d introduce a government transparency act that would audit bureaucracies.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

N/a

What committees interest you?

Budget, Tax, Education, Military Affairs and Infrastructure

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I view they are essential to fight corruption. Again, elected officials should be held to a higher standard.

Do you support or oppose changes to the current state ballot initiative process? If so, what kind of changes would you consider?

N/A

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Kyle Chapman campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Oklahoma State Senate District 15	Lost primary	$1,669	$1,484
Grand total			$1,669	$1,484
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

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Footnotes

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Current members of the Oklahoma State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Julie Daniels

Senators

District 1

Micheal Bergstrom (R)

District 2

Ally Seifried (R)

District 3

Julie McIntosh (R)

District 4

Tom Woods (R)

District 5

George Burns (R)

District 6

David Bullard (R)

District 7

Warren Hamilton (R)

District 8

Bryan Logan (R)

District 9

Avery Frix (R)

District 10

Bill Coleman (R)

District 11

Regina Goodwin (D)

District 12

Todd Gollihare (R)

District 13

Jonathan Wingard (R)

District 14

Jerry Alvord (R)

District 15

Lisa Standridge (R)

District 16

Mary Boren (D)

District 17

Shane Jett (R)

District 18

Jack Stewart (R)

District 19

Roland Pederson (R)

District 20

Chuck Hall (R)

District 21

Randy Grellner (R)

District 22

Kristen Thompson (R)

District 23

Lonnie Paxton (R)

District 24

Darrell Weaver (R)

District 25

Brian Guthrie (R)

District 26

Darcy Jech (R)

District 27

Casey Murdock (R)

District 28

Grant Green (R)

District 29

Julie Daniels (R)

District 30

Julia Kirt (D)

District 31

Spencer Kern (R)

District 32

Dusty Deevers (R)

District 33

Christi Gillespie (R)

District 34

Dana Prieto (R)

District 35

Jo Anna Dossett (D)

District 36

John Haste (R)

District 37

Aaron Reinhardt (R)

District 38

Brent Howard (R)

District 39

Dave Rader (R)

District 40

Carri Hicks (D)

District 41

Adam Pugh (R)

District 42

Brenda Stanley (R)

District 43

Kendal Sacchieri (R)

District 44

Michael Brooks (D)

District 45

Paul Rosino (R)

District 46

Mark Mann (D)

District 47

Kelly Hines (R)

District 48

Nikki Nice (D)

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Democratic Party (8)