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Senate veterans committee advances three nominees to Oklahoma Veterans Commission
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The Senate Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs voted unanimously to advance the nominations of Rick Munchler, Robert W. Allen Jr. and Matthew Dukes to the full Oklahoma Senate for confirmation; each nomination passed 5-0 and will be considered by the full Senate.
The Senate Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs on Friday advanced three nominations to the Oklahoma Veterans Commission, voting 5-0 on each item to send the nominees to the full Senate.
Senator Weaver introduced Rick Munchler’s nomination for a three-year term ending July 1, 2029, saying Munchler “was a brigadier general” with an extensive track record in the Oklahoma Guard and Air Guard and calling him “a solid guy, but also a great servant.” The committee voted to give the nomination a do-pass recommendation; the roll call recorded aye votes from Senators Hamilton, Kurt, Wingard, Woods and Stanley.
Senator Hicks presented the reappointment of Robert W. Allen Jr., citing his 10 years of service in the U.S. Army, two tours in Iraq, and military honors including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Hicks noted Allen’s legal training and private-sector leadership and urged the committee’s support: “I urge your yes vote.” The committee recorded a 5-0 vote advancing Allen’s nomination.
Chairwoman Stanley presented Matthew Dukes, mayor of Midwest City, highlighting his more than 30 years in public safety, his National Guard service and teaching role at Rose State College. Stanley said Dukes is an "honorably discharged veteran and a dedicated public servant," and moved a do-pass recommendation; the committee again voted 5-0.
Each nomination will now be considered by the full Oklahoma Senate. The committee chair said additional nominees remain and that the committee will meet again next week.
