Hornback, Rep. Boles announce campaigns for Corporation Commission

Two Republicans have announced their candidacies for the Corporation Commission seat currently held by Todd Hiett (R): current State Rep. Brad Boles (R-Marlow) and two-time candidate Justin Hornback. Hornback finished 3rd in the 2022 GOP primary with 20.4% (narrowly missing a runoff with eventual winner Dana Murphy) and placed 2nd in the 2024 GOP primary with 28.7%. In the middle of his fourth legislative term, Boles has held the House District 51 seat since winning a special election in 2018 (he has not faced a challenger since).

Both candidates' press release announcements are below:

Justin Hornback details candidacy for open Corporation Commission seat

I received the following press release from Justin Hornback, one of three Republicans seeking the open seat on the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (being vacated by Bob Anthony due to term limits). The other two candidates are former Senate Pro Tem/former Secretary of State Brian Bingman, and energy journalist Russell Ray. A Libertarian and Democrat also filed for the race.

Justin Hornback Announces Candidacy for Oklahoma Corporation Commission 2024

Broken Arrow, OK -  May 16th, 2024 | Justin Hornback, a seasoned energy industry veteran with two decades of hands-on experience, formally announces his candidacy for the Oklahoma Corporation Commission in the upcoming 2024 elections. Hornback, who has spent 20 years immersed in the complexities and challenges of the energy sector, brings unique qualifications and a fresh perspective to the race. Setting himself apart from his opponents, Hornback positions himself as a worker from one of the largest industries regulated by the OCC, offering practical, first-hand knowledge rather than a traditional political background.