Lewis H. Moore (born December 22, 1958) is an American politician in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Moore served in the Oklahoma House of Representatives from 2009 to 2020.
Political career In the legislative session of his first term as a lawmaker in 2009, Moore was the primary author of a total of 14 bills. Of those, one passed in the House but died in committee in the state Senate; a second bill was approved by both chambers but was vetoed by Governor Brad Henry.Oklahoma House of Representatives Bill Status Search
On March 16, 2010, Moore admitted in a statement to moving a portrait of President Barack Obama and replacing it with Gov. Brad Henry's portrait because he was angry over the President's attempt to overhaul the nation's health care system. He apologized and said he was not trying to be disrespectful of the office of the President.Edmond, Okla. GOP lawmaker admits Obama picture swap , Midnightpolitics.com .
In 2013, Moore became chairman of a committee created to look at state sovereignty issues.McNutt, Michael. A new Oklahoma House committee plans review of federal funds, The Oklahoman February 6, 2013 (accessed March 31, 2013)
Moore introduced a bill to address the workers' compensation system during the 2013 legislative session.Coburn, James. Legislature should tackle workers comp reform Edmond reps say Edmond Sun January 22, 2013 (accessed March 31, 2013).
Personal life Moore is a military veteran and attends Faith Bible Church. He lives in Edmond with his wife Patti and four children: Hansen, Michah, Nathan and Jackson.Representative David Brumbaugh, Project Vote Smart. (accessed August 17, 2012)
Election history +November 4, 2008, Election results for Oklahoma State Representative for District 96 CandidatesPartyVotes% Lewis H. MooreRepublican Party12,36364.68% Dianne HunterDemocratic Party6,75035.32%Source:
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External links Oklahoma House of Representatives Membership Directory