Representative Emily Gise

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District 90

Hi, I’m Emily Gise and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 90th District.

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Mar 24, 2025
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Bill Allowing Fetal Development Curriculum in High Schools Advances

OKLAHOMA CITY  –  The House of Representatives has advanced a bill, authored by Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, that would require Oklahoma high schools to provide human growth and development instruction as part of their curriculum, contingent on parental consent. House Bill 1603 would permit high schools to offer instruction on human biology, including pregnancy, fetal development and prenatal growth milestones. Parents would be able to complete an opt-in form at least two weeks before instruction begins. The curriculum could include an ultrasound video demonstrating fetal development and an animation highlighting cell growth and organ formation. "House Bill1603 is about promoting a culture of life—rooted in compassion, backed by science and shaped by conservative principles," Gise said. "This is a proactive and practical approach to building a society that honors both the dignity of life and the importance of truth." Schools would have the flexibility to incorporate the instruction into existing health or science courses or to offer it as a standalone course. The instruction would be required for graduation unless a student’s parent does not complete the opt-in form. “This bill ensures that parents remain the primary decision-makers in their child’s education while giving students access to critical information that could change the course of their lives,” Gise added.  The bill passed the House floor with a 75-18 vote and now moves to the Senate for further consideration. If passed and signed into law, the bill would take effect on Nov. 1.

Mar 13, 2025
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House Members Comment on Release from Pinnacle Plan

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Oklahoma House of Representatives today commented on the release of the state's Department of Human Services from the Pinnacle Plan. Established in 2012, the Pinnacle Plan was a part of a legal settlement aimed at reforming Oklahoma's foster care system. This marks the conclusion of more than a decade of intensive foster care reform efforts to better serve Oklahoma’s children and families.  "The conclusion of the Pinnacle Plan marks a historic milestone for child welfare in Oklahoma. Over the past decade, the Department of Human Services has worked to strengthen our foster care system, reduce the number of children in state custody and ensure more Oklahoma families receive the support they need. I commend Director Cartmell and his team for their dedication to this mission and look forward to supporting future efforts that strengthen Oklahoma families," said Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow.  "While the formal oversight has ended, The Oklahoma House of Representatives will continue to work alongside the Department of Human Services to build on these successes, ensuring that every child in our state has the opportunity to grow up in a safe and loving environment," said Majority Leader Mark Lawson, R-Sapulpa.  "This achievement is a testament to the dedication of agency staff, foster families and community partners who have prioritized the well-being of our state’s most vulnerable children. Their efforts have laid the foundation for a brighter future for Oklahoma’s youth," said Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City.  "While this turning point is worth celebrating, our work does not stop here. We remain committed to ensuring every child in Oklahoma has the opportunity to grow up in a safe, supportive and nurturing home," said Rep. Daniel Pae, R-Lawton.

Mar 3, 2025
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House Passes Gise’s First Bill to Increase Transparency in State Contracts

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives today passed House Bill 1607, authored by Rep. Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, with a 96-0 vote. The legislation would enhance transparency by requiring state agencies to report the number and salaries of contract employees through existing payroll software. “This bill is about ensuring accountability and transparency in how our state contracts labor,” Gise said. "By enhancing reporting requirements and leveraging existing systems, we are providing taxpayers with greater transparency on how public funds are spent." HB1607 would require all state agencies to report contract employee numbers and pay to the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES). Agencies would have to submit this information through payroll software such as Workday. As a freshman representative, this marks Gise's first bill to pass. After its successful passage on the House floor, she received a congratulatory call from Governor Kevin Stitt, who expressed his enthusiasm for seeing the bill on his desk. “I’m incredibly grateful for the support of my colleagues in the House and Governor Stitt,” Gise said. “This is a meaningful step in making our state government more transparent and efficient.” HB1607 now moves to the Senate for further consideration. If passed and signed into law, the measure would take effect on Nov. 1.