Representative Robert Manger

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District 101

Hi, I’m Robert Manger and I represent the people of Oklahoma’s 101st District.


representative

Leadership

Oversight Committee Chair

60th Legislature

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Mar 26, 2026
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House Advances Manger Proposal to Expand Property Tax Relief for Seniors

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed legislation by Rep. Robert Manger, R-Oklahoma City, which aims to ease property tax burdens for seniors across the state. House Joint Resolution 1081 seeks voter approval of a constitutional amendment to remove the income requirement for seniors to qualify for Oklahoma’s property tax freeze program, allowing more seniors to freeze their home’s taxable value and avoid increases tied to rising property values. "This is about recognizing that many seniors are living on fixed incomes, even if they do not fall under an arbitrary income cap," Manger said. "They have worked their entire lives, paid into their homesteads and should not be priced out of their homes because of rising property values." Under current law, seniors age 65 and older may freeze the taxable value of their homestead, but only if they meet certain income limits. HJR1081 would eliminate that income threshold, allowing eligibility to be based primarily on age and residency. The measure would require homeowners to be at least 65 years old, have occupied the property as a homestead for at least seven years, and have a fair cash value of $700,000 or less. Manger said the decision should ultimately rest with the people, since it is their money. "This ultimately comes down to letting the people decide," Manger said. "This is their money, and they deserve a say in whether this protection is expanded to more Oklahoma seniors." Manger has worked on ad valorem tax relief affecting seniors for more than six years during his time in the House and believes the proposal reflects a commonsense approach to tax relief. "When property values go up, it may look good on paper, but it can create real pressure for seniors trying to stay in their homes," Manger said. "This is why I have worked on property tax relief for several years. This is a meaningful step toward helping more seniors stay in their homes with stability and peace of mind by ensuring their property taxes do not continue to climb year after year." If approved by the Senate, HJR1081 would be placed on a statewide ballot for a vote of the people. The measure is now eligible to be heard in the Senate, where it is authored by Sen. Dave Rader, R-Tulsa.

Mar 12, 2026
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House Passes Bill to Strengthen Sexual Assault Response Across Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation to aid in the state’s response to sexual assault by ensuring the continuation of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Statewide Coordinator within the District Attorneys Council. House Bill 4141 by Rep. Robert Manger, R-Oklahoma City, would remove a sunset date in state law to allow the coordinator position to continue once funding is secured. The role coordinates with SANE nurses across Oklahoma who provide compassionate care to victims of sexual assault and collect critical forensic evidence that may later be used in court. "Victims deserve compassionate care and a system that works together to seek justice," Manger said. "To date, the state legislature has not appropriated funds for this position, but we will continue advocating for dedicated funding in the state budget." The SANE coordinator position was previously funded through a federal grant administered by the Tulsa Police Department, but those funds have expired and the role no longer exists. Under HB4141, the coordinator would oversee forensic medical examination training across Oklahoma, recruit and develop additional SANE professionals and help create and expand local Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner and Sexual Assault Response Team programs. Currently, Oklahoma has no centralized oversight or coordination among SANE programs. Manger says this could limit a victim’s ability to access an examination and may affect the quality and consistency of evidence collected in investigations. According to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation , 2,330 rapes were reported in Oklahoma in 2020. Of those cases, 160 alleged perpetrators were arrested, representing about 7% of reported incidents. "A statewide coordinator is essential to strengthening coordination between medical providers, law enforcement and prosecutors so evidence is collected properly and cases can move forward effectively," Manger said. "It will also help address gaps in training, staffing and program development across Oklahoma so communities have the resources needed to properly respond to these cases." HB4141 now moves to the Senate for further consideration.

Feb 17, 2026
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Manger Files Homestead Exemption Bill to Deliver Property Tax Relief

OKLAHOMA CITY — A measure to increase Oklahoma’s homestead exemption and provide direct property tax relief to homeowners statewide has been filed by Rep. Robert Manger, R-Oklahoma City. House Bill 4145 would increase the state’s homestead exemption from $1,000 to $7,000 of a home’s assessed value. If enacted, homeowners would subtract $7,000 from their home’s assessed value before property taxes are calculated. Lowering the taxable value would, in turn, reduce the overall tax bill. The change would apply statewide to qualifying primary residences. "This is broad-based, straightforward relief that will reach working families, seniors on fixed incomes and longtime homeowners who have watched their property values steadily increase," Manger said. "It keeps the foundation of our local funding system intact while giving homeowners room to breathe." Property taxes, or ad valorem taxes, are an integral source of local funding, supporting public schools, CareerTech, county law enforcement and courts, road and bridge work and other essential services such as police, fire, libraries and emergency medical care. Amid recent calls to eliminate property taxes entirely, Manger said any reform effort must acknowledge both the essential services these dollars support and the growing strain on homeowners as property values and tax bills rise. "The dollars collected through property taxes keep our schools open, our roads maintained and our communities safe," Manger said. "At the same time, families are opening their tax statements and seeing bills climb higher each year. We have a responsibility to address that pressure in a thoughtful way." If approved by the Legislature and signed into law, the measure would represent one of the most significant increases to the homestead exemption in state law and would begin delivering relief in 2027. Manger says HB4145 was designed to offer meaningful relief while preserving the framework that funds essential local services. "We can support our schools and local governments while also recognizing the real impact rising property taxes have on families," he said. "House Bill 4145 is about striking that balance and doing right by the people we serve." Under current law, qualifying homeowners receive an exemption on the first $1,000 of assessed value. If approved by the Legislature and signed into law, House Bill 4145 would take effect Jan. 1, 2027.