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Representative
Curtis McDaniel
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| Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from the 1st district |
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| In office 2012–2014 |
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| Preceded by | Rusty Farley |
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| Born | 17 January 1952 Hugo, Oklahoma |
| Nationality | American Cherokee Nation |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Debbie |
| Residence | Smithville, Oklahoma |
| Alma mater | Oklahoma State University |
| Profession | retired school administrator, auctioneer |
Curtis McDaniel was born on January 17, 1952. He is an American politician from the state of Oklahoma. Mr. McDaniel used to serve in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. He represented District 1, which covers McCurtain County, Oklahoma and part of LeFlore County.
In 2014, he ran for a seat in the Oklahoma Senate. This seat became open when another politician, Jerry Ellis, left. However, Mr. McDaniel was defeated by Joseph Silk, a candidate from the Republican Party.
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His Early Life and Work
Curtis McDaniel was born in Hugo, Oklahoma, on January 17, 1952.
He went to Oklahoma State University and earned a bachelor's degree in agricultural education in 1975. Later, in 1998, he earned a master's degree in public administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
Before he became a politician, Mr. McDaniel worked in public schools in Oklahoma. He was a teacher for vocational agriculture in several schools. He also worked as a principal for elementary, middle, and high schools in Smithville.
Mr. McDaniel has also worked as an auctioneer. He worked for OKC West Stockyards and for McDaniel Real Estate and Auction Company.
What He Did in Politics
Curtis McDaniel was first elected to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2012. This was a special election to fill a seat after the previous representative passed away.
Since he was elected, Mr. McDaniel worked to improve areas like farming (agriculture), education, and tourism in Oklahoma. In 2013, he helped create a law to rename a highway in his district. He also suggested a rule to ban texting while driving. This idea was praised by the state's main newspaper.
What He Did in Leadership?
Mr. McDaniel held a leadership role as the Minority Caucus Secretary. This means he helped lead the group of politicians from his party.
He was also a member of several important committees. Committees are groups that study specific topics and make recommendations. His committees included:
- Agriculture and Wildlife (about farming and animals)
- A & B General Government (about how the government runs)
- Common Education (about public schools)
- Tourism & International Relations (about visitors and other countries)
Where is District 1?
District 1 is a rural area, meaning it has many farms and open spaces. It includes McCurtain County, Oklahoma. This county has towns like Broken Bow, Eagletown, Garvin, Haworth, Idabel, Millerton, Smithville, Valliant, and Wright City.
The district also covers the southern part of LeFlore County, Oklahoma. This part includes the towns of Whitesboro, Muse, Page, and Stapp-Zoe.
Other Things He's Involved In
Curtis McDaniel is involved in several community and professional groups:
- He is an Elder at Panther Creek Christian Church.
- He started the Oklahoma Club Calf Association.
- He is the Chairman of the Board for the Kiamichi Career Tech Foundation.
- He is on the Board of the Kiamichi Bible Institute.
- He is a co-owner of McDaniel Livestock Exchange (MLX).
