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Shane Jett
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| Chair of the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus | |
| Assumed office September 3, 2024 |
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| Preceded by | Position established |
| Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 17th district |
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| Assumed office January 11, 2021 |
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| Preceded by | Ron Sharp |
| Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from the 27th district |
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| In office 2004–2010 |
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| Preceded by | Dale Smith |
| Succeeded by | Josh Cockroft |
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| Born | December 5, 1974 Shawnee, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Nationality | American Cherokee Nation |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Ana Jett |
| Children | 3 |
| Residences | Shawnee, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Oklahoma Baptist University |
| Profession | Businessman, Educator, Legislator & former Navy Officer |
| Website | Senator Shane Jett |
Shane David Jett (born December 5, 1974) is an American politician from Oklahoma. He is currently a state senator for District 17. This area includes parts of Pottawatomie and Oklahoma Counties.
Before becoming a state senator, Jett served in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. He represented House District 27 from 2004 to 2010. He also helps lead the U.S. Treasury's CDFI Fund Community Development Advisory Board.
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Shane Jett's Political Journey
Shane Jett has spent many years working in Oklahoma politics. He started in the House of Representatives and later became a State Senator.
Serving in the Oklahoma House
Jett first tried to join the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2002. He ran against Dale Smith but did not win that time. He came very close to winning, showing strong support.
In 2004, the seat became open because Dale Smith could not run again. Shane Jett won the election and became the first Republican to represent House District 27. He was re-elected in 2006 with more than 60% of the votes.
He won re-election again in 2008, defeating Cole Koszara. During this time, Jett also became an officer in the United States Navy Reserve. He later retired as a lieutenant.
Ideas for Oklahoma's Flag
In 2009, Jett suggested a change to the flag of Oklahoma. He wanted to make the word "Oklahoma" italic and angled, adding an exclamation point. He hoped this would show state pride and help bring more visitors to Oklahoma.
In 2010, Jett decided not to run for his House seat again. Instead, he ran for a seat in the U.S. Congress for Oklahoma City. He finished fourth in that race.
Campaigns for U.S. Congress
In 2014, Shane Jett ran for the U.S. Congress again. He focused on reducing government spending. He also supported a balanced budget amendment and a line-item veto. These ideas aim to control how the government spends money. Jett also strongly supported gun rights. He finished fifth in this election.
Working with the Cherokee Nation
In 2015, Jett ran for a position on the Council of the Cherokee Nation. He finished third in that election.
After the 2016 Presidential election, President Donald Trump appointed Jett to a special board. This board helps with community development through the U.S. Treasury. Jett now serves as the chairman of this board.
In 2017, Jett ran for the Cherokee Nation Council again. He finished second this time.
Becoming a State Senator
In 2020, Shane Jett ran for the 17th State Senate district in Oklahoma. He ran against the current senator, Ron Sharp, and another candidate. Jett won the first election and then defeated Sharp in a runoff election.
In the final election in November 2020, Jett won the Senate seat. He defeated his opponent with about 75% of the votes.
New Bills in the Senate
In 2021, Jett proposed a bill in the Oklahoma Senate. This bill aimed to stop the teaching of certain topics in Oklahoma schools.
In 2023, he proposed other bills related to education. One bill aimed to stop "social-emotional learning" in schools. Another bill wanted to prevent certain tests or qualifications for jobs or promotions at colleges. These bills were part of a larger effort to change how diversity and inclusion are handled in Oklahoma's higher education.
In 2024, Jett ran for re-election to the State Senate. He faced Ron Sharp again, along with two other candidates. Jett won with just over 50% of the votes, which meant he did not need a runoff election. He ran unopposed in the November 2024 general election.
About Shane Jett's Life
Shane Jett was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma. His father was an auto mechanic, and Jett helped in his father's shop while growing up in Tecumseh, Oklahoma.
He went to Oklahoma Baptist University. He earned a degree in international business and also studied Spanish. Jett can speak three languages. He lived in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, for two years, working for a company called Global Options International.
Shane Jett lives in Shawnee, Oklahoma, with his wife, Ana Carolina Jett. She is originally from Brazil. They have three daughters. Jett also used to be the CEO of a financial company that helped with economic growth for tribes.
Committees in the House
While in the Oklahoma House of Representatives, Shane Jett served on several important committees.
- 2005–2010
- Chairman of the Joint Committee on International Trade
- Co-chairman of the Joint Committee on International Development
- 2005–2006
- Vice Chair of the Appropriations & Budget Subcommittee on General Government & Transportation
- Member of the Energy & Utility Regulation Committee
- Member of the Transportation Committee
- Member of the Tourism & Recreation Committee
- 2007–2008
- Chair of the Rules Committee
- Member of the Appropriations & Budget Committee
- Member of the Telecommunications & Utility Regulation Committee
- Member of the GCCA Committee
- Member of the International, Federal & Tribal Relations Committee
- 2009–2010
- Chair of the International Relations & Tourism Committee
- Member of the Energy & Utility Regulations Committee
- Member of the Appropriations & Budget Subcommittee on General Government & Transportation
Groups and Organizations
Shane Jett has been part of many groups, both in government and in his community.
- Legislative Groups
- Founding Co-chair of the Native American Caucus of the Oklahoma Legislature
- Founding Member of the National Caucus of Native American State Legislators
- Member of the Governor's International Team
- Member of the Council of State Governments (CSG)
- Member of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
- Member of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)
- Other Groups
- Gideons International
- McLoud, Shawnee, and Tecumseh Chambers of Commerce
- NAFSA: Association of International Educators
- Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- Rotary International in Shawnee, OK
- American Council of Young Political Leaders
Images for kids
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Shane Jett
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Jett at the 2024 Hazlitt Summit
