Jason Lowe (born February 20, 1974) is an American politician who served in the

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, representing the 97th district from 2016 to 2025. He is the

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commissioner-elect for the 1st district since April 1, 2025.

Early life and career

Lowe founded a criminal defense law firm in 2009.

Oklahoma House of Representatives (2016-2025)

In 2016, Lowe ran for the 97th district of the

and advanced to a runoff election alongside Chris Harrison from a four candidate primary field. Lowe served in the

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, 58th Oklahoma Legislature, and 59th Oklahoma Legislature. In 2021, Representative Lowe wrote a letter to the 86th

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requesting the

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intercede in the operations of the

Detention Center.

Oklahoma County commissioner

Lowe filed to run for a special election to fill an open seat on the

Board of Commissioners in December 2024. Incumbent commissioner Carrie Blumert resigned to work in the private sector, triggering a special election. In the February Democratic primary he faced Midwest City councilor Sara Bana and former state legislator Anastasia Pittman. He won the Democratic primary and advanced to an April general election against independent Jed Green. He defeated Green with over 85% of the vote.

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