Biography
Rep. Ryan Eaves represents the people of Oklahoma’s 22nd District, which includes Atoka, Coal, Johnston, and Murray counties. Eaves grew up on a ranch in Atoka, splitting his time between the hay fields and the welding shop, and has since become an accomplished businessman and experienced rancher. Eaves was elected to the Oklahoma House of Representatives for the 60th Legislature and was appointed as vice chair of the Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee. Eaves was also appointed by the Speaker of the House to sit on the Business Committee, Banking, Financial Services and Pensions Committee, and Administrative Rules Committee. Primary policy areas of focus for Eaves will be combating inflation, reducing government overreach, and championing policies that reflect the values and priorities of rural Oklahoma. Eaves and his wife have been married for over 20 years and have three children.
State representatives serve in their state's lower legislative chamber. Responsibilities include drafting and voting on state laws, representing their district's interests in the state capitol, serving on state committees, and shaping the state budget. State legislation covers areas like education, healthcare, transportation, criminal justice, and local taxation that directly affect residents' daily lives.