John Sparks (Oklahoma politician)
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John Sparks is the Oklahoma Senator representing District 16, which includes portions of Cleveland
and McClain
counties, since 2006. Sparks having grown up on a ranch outside of Sulphur, Oklahoma has paid special attention to matters affecting ranching. The Oklahoma Cattleman's Association named him the legislator of the year on the part of his work. Sparks made headline in late 2009 when he proposed a "Second Amendment Weekend." that would make handguns and rifles tax free. He was re-elected in 2010 defeating Sharon Parker 10,507 to 9,460 votes.
Cleveland County, Oklahoma
Cleveland County is a county in the central part of the U.S. state of Oklahoma. The population was 255,755 at the 2010 census. Its county seat is Norman. Cleveland County is part of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Statistical Area.-History:...
and McClain
McClain County, Oklahoma
McClain County is a county located in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. The population was 27,740 at the 2000 census. Its county seat is Purcell. McClain County is part of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is in the top 3 fastest growing counties in Oklahoma with a growth rate of...
counties, since 2006. Sparks having grown up on a ranch outside of Sulphur, Oklahoma has paid special attention to matters affecting ranching. The Oklahoma Cattleman's Association named him the legislator of the year on the part of his work. Sparks made headline in late 2009 when he proposed a "Second Amendment Weekend." that would make handguns and rifles tax free. He was re-elected in 2010 defeating Sharon Parker 10,507 to 9,460 votes.
External links
- Senator John Sparks - District 16 official State Senate website
- John Sparks for Senate official campaign website
- Project Vote Smart - John Sparks (OK) profile
- Follow the Money - John Sparks