State Representative District 8 in Oklahoma State House District 8, Oklahoma

2026 Primary Election

• Tom Gann — Incumbent State Representative in Inola, OK

  Tom Gann is the incumbent Republican State Representative for Oklahoma's 8th House District, first elected in 2016. Born in Wagoner and raised in Tahlequah, he holds degrees in marketing and accounting and is a retired Airports Auditor. An active member of his Inola community, he and his wife support crisis pregnancy centers. Gann's policy positions focus on preserving the right to life, protecting self-defense rights, advocating for free-market competition over subsidies, and ensuring property tax relief while cutting government waste. He also works to improve county infrastructure and challenges high utility fuel charges. He is running for re-election in the 2026 Oklahoma Primary Election.

• Todd Rice — Small business owner in OK

  Todd Rice, a conservative business owner and lifelong resident of Oklahoma House District 8, is running as a Republican for State Representative in the 2026 primary. As a small-business owner and father, he emphasizes understanding policy impact on families and businesses. His platform includes protecting conservative values, supporting law enforcement, fighting government overreach, and defending constitutional rights. Economically, he advocates for cutting regulations, fostering a business-friendly environment to retain and attract jobs, and investing in District 8. He also prioritizes fiscal responsibility, infrastructure, and strengthening education with local control. He aims to address rising costs and support small businesses.