Story and Photos by Brent Fuchs
Legislators discussed ties across the state. costs and limited coverkey priorities for the During a Q&A session, age options for small upcoming 2025 session, Guthrie Mayor Adam business owners.
Guthrie’s Chamber of Commerce held its annual Legislative Lunch on July 15 at Meridian Technology Center, offering members of the local business community an opportunity to hear directly from their elected officials and raise questions about issues affecting the region.
Participating lawmakers included State Rep. John Pfeiffer, R-Orlando (District 38); Rep. Collin Duel, R-Guthrie (District 31); Sen. Chuck Hall, R-Perry (District 20); Rep. Denise Crosswhite Hader, R-Piedmont (District 41); Rep. Molly Jenkins, R-Perkins (District 33); and Rep. Jim Shaw, R-Oklahoma City (District 32).
Marlon Banner, field representative for U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice, R-Oklahoma City, also attended on behalf of Oklahoma’s 5th Congressional District.
touching on topics that included education, economic development and public safety. Banner read a letter from Bice highlighting her support for H.R. 1 — the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — and its potential benefits for Guthrie and communi-Ropp raised concerns about commercial property insurance, referencing challenges he’s encountered with an event venue he owns in town. The question prompted a broader discussion among panelists and attendees about rising The Legislative Lunch is part of the Chamber’s ongoing effort to promote civic engagement and ensure open lines of communication between local leaders and the business community.