Representative Mark Tedford

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District 69

Hi, I’m Mark Tedford and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 69th District.

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Mar 3, 2025
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House Passes Tedford’s Bill to Strengthen Insurance Protections

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives today passed House Bill 1160 , authored by Rep. Mark Tedford, R-Jenks, with a 93-2 vote. The legislation updates state insurance laws to ensure policyholders are better protected if their insurance company becomes insolvent. “This bill is about safeguarding Oklahomans when they need it most,” Tedford said. “By modernizing our insurance laws and aligning them with national best practices, we’re ensuring a smoother, more efficient process for handling claims when an insurer fails.” HB1160 updates the Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Act, which provides a safety net for policyholders if their insurance company goes bankrupt. The legislation clarifies which companies and claims are covered, establishes clear guidelines for handling cyber insurance insolvencies and allows the Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner to share critical pre-liquidation information with the Oklahoma Property & Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association (OPCIGA) to expedite claims processing. It also incorporates language from other states’ statutes regarding advertising practices. HB1160 now moves to the Senate for further consideration. If signed into law, the measure would take effect on Nov. 1, 2025.

Feb 7, 2025
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Tedford Files Bill to Require Health Care Cost Analysis

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Mark Tedford, R-Jenks, has introduced House Bill 1161, a measure designed to provide lawmakers with clearer financial and policy insights before approving any new health care mandates. The bill proposes requiring an impact study before final passage of any legislation that imposes new coverage requirements on health benefit plans. Under HB1161, any bill that includes a health care mandate would need to undergo a study conducted by the Oklahoma Insurance Department before advancing to final passage. The study would evaluate the mandate’s social, medical and financial impacts, including its effect on insurance premiums, providers and market stability. The department would have 60 days to complete the analysis and could consult external experts if needed. The bill also proposes that mandates be reviewed by legislative committees responsible for insurance. A majority vote would be required to request an impact study and additional analyses could be conducted on amendments or conference committee reports at the request of legislative leadership. The Legislative Services Bureau would be limited to five referrals per year unless additional studies are approved by the Insurance Commissioner. “These mandates could drive up premiums by millions, yet we’re often asked to approve them with no real understanding of the financial burden on Oklahomans,” Tedford said. “This bill ensures we have the facts before making decisions. This is just responsible lawmaking.”

Jan 29, 2025
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Tedford Appointed to Governor’s Council for Workforce and Economic Development

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Mark Tedford, R-Jenks, has been appointed by House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, to the Governor’s Council for Workforce and Economic Development. The Council leads statewide initiatives to expand Oklahomans’ access to high-demand careers and collaborates with industry partners to ensure education and training programs meet workforce needs. “I’m grateful to Speaker Hilbert for trusting me with this opportunity,” Tedford said. “Workforce and economic development have always been areas I’m passionate about and I’m looking forward to working with stakeholders to find innovative ways to strengthen Oklahoma’s workforce and open doors for career growth across the state.” Tedford’s term began Jan. 22, 2025.