Representative Jason Lowe

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Hi, I’m Jason Lowe and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 97nd District.


Leadership

Minority Caucus Secretary

58th Legislature

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Apr 7, 2025

Lowe announces departure from legislature

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City, announced his resignation from the Oklahoma Legislature on April 7th.  “It’s been the honor of a lifetime to serve the great residents of House District 97,” Lowe said. “I’m thankful to have been elected to serve you and to serve alongside my esteemed colleagues of the legislature. I want to thank my colleagues for all of their support and insight they’ve given me over the years.” Lowe was the first African American attorney from District 97 to be appointed to the House Judiciary Committee. He served in the Oklahoma House Democratic Caucus and as a Chairman of the Oklahoma Legislative Black Caucus. During his time in the legislature, he has worked to host the three annual Black History Day celebrations at the Oklahoma Capitol. House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, extended her gratitude for Lowe’s service to House District 97. “I am grateful to have gotten to serve alongside Rep. Lowe during his time in the House of Representatives,” Leader Munson said. “He has worked hard to be a voice for his constituents in Oklahoma City and I trust he will continue to serve Oklahomans well in his new capacity as County Commissioner. As a longtime advocate and vocal voice on criminal justice reform, I know he will take that same passion to Oklahoma County. He will be missed at the Capitol, but I know his service to Oklahomans will be long-lasting.” Lowe’s resignation will be effective Monday, April 7, 2025, at 4 p.m. -END-



Jan 13, 2025

Lowe discusses health, safety concerns at Oklahoma County Detention Center

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Rep. Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City, held a press conference today to discuss health and safety concerns at the Oklahoma County Detention Center and the recent resignation of Oklahoma County jail CEO Brandi Garner. “The recent report on the Oklahoma County Jail from the State Department of Health is deeply disturbing,” Lowe said. “This facility has not passed inspection for the past 6 years, and it's time that something be done to remedy the persisting issues.” Sen. Nikki Nice, D-Oklahoma City, and OKC NAACP President Garland Pruitt also spoke during the press conference. The press conference was streamed on the  Oklahoma House Democrats Facebook Page. -END-



Jan 3, 2025
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Lowe comments on investigation by United States Department of Justice finding Oklahoma in violation of federal law

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Rep. Jason Lowe, D-Oklahoma City, released the following statement after a report from the United States Department of Justice showed reasonable cause to believe Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, and the Oklahoma City Police Department discriminate against people with behavioral health disabilities. “The recent findings by the United States Department of Justice on our state's treatment of those with behavioral health disabilities is quite upsetting, but not surprising,” Lowe said. “This past year, I hosted an interim study on mental health treatment in our state's jails, and we heard from several behavioral health experts and organizations affiliated with the criminal justice system. What was learned in that study was that Oklahoma severely lacks mental health resources and often defaults to incarceration of individuals in crisis, instead of connecting them with beneficial resources that could keep them in their communities. The DOJ investigation highlighted all of the deficiencies in our state's handling of those with behavioral health disabilities and showed how we as a state can improve our services. We must do better going forward.” -END-