Cody Maynard

Cody Maynard is an American politician who has served as the Oklahoma House of Representatives member from the 21st district since November 16, 2022.

Cody Maynard
Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives
from the 21st district
Assumed office
November 16, 2022
Preceded byDustin Roberts
Personal details
Born1986
Gatesville, Texas
Political partyRepublican
SpouseCrystal
Children3
ResidenceDurant, Oklahoma
EducationAbilene Christian University (BBA, MA)
Occupationcertified public accountant

Early life

Cody Maynard was born in Gatesville, Texas, in 1986 and attended Gatesville Independent School District. In his youth, he also worked at Camp Koinonia.[1]

Maynard later attened Abilene Christian University graduating with a bachelor's degree in accounting and financial management in 2008 and his master's degree in accounting in 2009. He earned his certified public accountant in 2012.[2]

Career

Maynard joined Hendrick Healthcare System's accounting department in 2009.[1] In 2010 he moved to Durant, Oklahoma and began working for Victory Life Church. He was promoted to "pastor of business administration" for the church in 2020.[3]

Oklahoma House of Representatives

Maynard officially announced his campaign for the Oklahoma House of Representatives's 21st district in January 2022.[1] The race to succeed term-limited incumbent Dustin Roberts drew three other candidates: Penny James, Dustin Reid and Ryan Williams. He was endorsed by Americans for Prosperity.[3] Maynard advanced to an August runoff election with Dustin Reid. His campaign focused on his christianity and his certified public accountant credentials and he was endorsed by Representatives Jay Steagall and Gerrid Kendrix. Since no non-Republican candidates filed in the district, there was no November general election.[4] Maynard won election and was sworn in November 16, 2022.[5]

Personal life

Maynard is married to his wife Crystal, with whom he has three children. He is also a member of the Durant Chamber of Commerce and the organizing Treasurer of the Trail Life USA Durant Troop Committee.[2]

References
  1. "Republican Cody Maynard announces candidacy for State Representative, District 21". Bryan County Patriot. 18 January 2022. Retrieved 2 January 2023.
  2. "REPRESENTATIVE CODY MAYNARD DISTRICT 21 - REPUBLICAN". okhouse.gov. Oklahoma House of Representatives. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
  3. Hancock, Andrea (24 June 2022). "GOP primary to decide next House District 21 representative". NonDoc. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
  4. Hancock, Andrea (9 August 2022). "Red River runoff: Reid faces Maynard in House District 21". NonDoc. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
  5. "House Members Take Oaths of Office". Oklahoma Farm Report. 17 November 2022. Retrieved 2 January 2023.
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