John Sparks (Oklahoma politician) facts for kids
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John Sparks
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| Minority Leader of the Oklahoma Senate | |
| In office July 3, 2015 – November 16, 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Randy Bass |
| Succeeded by | Kay Floyd |
| Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 16th district |
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| In office February 6, 2006 – November 16, 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Cal Hobson |
| Succeeded by | Mary B. Boren |
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| Born | Sulphur, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Nationality | American Cherokee Nation |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Beth |
| Education | Harvard University (BA) University of Oklahoma (JD) |
John Sparks is an American politician. He used to be a state senator in Oklahoma. A senator is a person who helps make laws for their state. John Sparks represented District 16 in Oklahoma from 2006 to 2018. This district included parts of Cleveland and McClain counties.
In 2009, John Sparks suggested a special "Second Amendment Weekend." During this weekend, people would not have to pay taxes on handguns and rifles.
Early Life and Education
John Sparks was born in Sulphur, Oklahoma. He went to Harvard University and earned a bachelor's degree in 1991. After that, he studied law at the University of Oklahoma College of Law. He received his law degree in 1994.
Political Career
John Sparks served in the Oklahoma State Senate. He was a member of the Democratic Party. From 2015 to 2018, he was the Minority Leader of the Oklahoma Senate. The Minority Leader is the main leader for the political party that has fewer members in the Senate.
Serving as a Senator
Sparks first became a state senator in 2006. He was re-elected several times. In 2014, he ran for election again and did not have any opponents. This means no one else ran against him, so he won easily. He finished his time as a senator in 2018.
