State Representative District 49 in Oklahoma State House District 49, Oklahoma

2026 Primary Election

• Josh Cantrell — Incumbent State Representative in Kingston, OK

  Josh Cantrell is an incumbent State Representative for Oklahoma's 49th District, first assuming office in November 2022. A lifelong resident of Kingston, he holds degrees from Murray State College and East Central University. Prior to his current role, Cantrell served as Marshall County Commissioner, District 2. He is married to Tanya and they have two sons. In the House, he serves as Majority Caucus Secretary and Assistant Majority Whip, and holds leadership positions on Health and Human Services Oversight committees. His policy stances include pro-life advocacy, supporting economic development, protecting Second Amendment rights, improving infrastructure, and defending state rights against federal overreach. He is seeking re-election in 2026.

• Dusty Jo Jones — Candidate for State Representative in Kingston, OK

  Dusty Jo Jones is a Democratic candidate for the Oklahoma House of Representatives, running to represent District 49 in the 2026 election. Her campaign, based in Kingston, Oklahoma, promotes the slogan "Forged in Grit. Tempered in Resilience. United in Purpose." She advanced without opposition from the Democratic primary, which was canceled, and will now challenge incumbent Josh Cantrell in the general election scheduled for November 3, 2026. Jones serves as both the Treasurer and Chairperson for her active campaign committee.