Former Senator Jim Inhofe dies at age 89

“The Tulsa Regional Chamber mourns the passing of former U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe, who spent his entire professional career enriching the lives of Oklahomans. A former mayor of Tulsa, congressman, and the longest-serving U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, Inhofe was a consummate public servant who was not afraid to advocate for his constituents, particularly in the areas of transportation, infrastructure, and the military.

We are especially grateful to the former Senator for several of his recent accomplishments, including fully funding the Tulsa/West Tulsa Levees, a long-standing priority within the Chamber’s OneVoice Regional Legislative Agenda. He also led the effort to designate U.S. Highway 412 as an interstate and oversaw reforms to address the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System maintenance backlog.

Senator Inhofe’s impact on Oklahoma and the business community is immeasurable. We applaud his commitment to our great state and extend our condolences to Kay and his wonderful family.”

“Senator Jim Inhofe was a dear friend and mentor, a titan in Oklahoma and a highly effective leader in Washington. Tammy and I are praying for Kay and the rest of the Inhofe family. Jim served his country throughout his life, both in uniform and in the halls of Congress. He will always be remembered as a fighter, especially for our military members. Jim’s legacy of service, leadership and faith reflects the Oklahoma Standard and the pride he took in his work. I join family, friends and many Oklahomans who knew and loved him in mourning the loss of a great man.”

“Sarah and I are saddened by the news of Senator Inhofe’s passing, and our condolences go out to Kay, her children and grandchildren. Jim was an Oklahoman who worked tirelessly for our veterans, never wavered in his defense of our values, and believed firmly in the American dream. Jim will be remembered as a true statesman and public servant – and a fighter for Oklahoma.”

In honor of his memory and service, I order all flags on state property to be flown at half-mast until tomorrow evening.”

“While his tenure as the longest-serving United States Senator in Oklahoma history gives him a deserved place in the record books, Jim Inhofe was also one of Tulsa’s most successful mayors. He created the city’s first capital improvement sales tax – the Third Penny – which has funded billions in road and infrastructure improvements over the past half century. He modernized our garbage system, established our 911 system and created our Sister Cities program, which built cultural connections between our city and nearly every continent in the world. My thoughts today are with Kay and the entire extended Inhofe family.”

Cindy and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Oklahoma’s favorite son, Senator Jim Inhofe. We join our state and nation in mourning the loss of a true patriot for our American values ​​and way of life. Jim was an institution in the Senate. His relationship with Jesus, his family, and all Oklahomans was his priority. His passion for our military, aviation, energy, infrastructure, Africa, and our personal freedom was vital to our state and nation. He was a true legend and a force to be reckoned with.

Cindy and I join his wife Kay, their children, grandchildren, friends and fellow Oklahomans in praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.