Oklahoma Voter Guide: What to know about key races

The headline in November’s general election is the presidential race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris.

But Oklahoma voters will also have the chance to decide several other key contests, including a race to choose the next member of the influential Oklahoma Corporation Commission, which regulates utilities and oil and gas.

Four seats to represent the state in the U.S. House of Representatives are also up for grabs, as well as dozens of spots in the state Legislature.

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Here’s a breakdown of some of the highest-profile contests voters on ballots in Oklahoma:

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U.S. House of Representatives

Four Republican incumbents seek to defend their seats against Democratic and, in many races, independent challengers. The most closely watched race falls in District 5, which covers Oklahoma City and central parts of the state.

In that race, Republican Rep. Stephanie Bice faces Democrat Kendra Horn, who leads a cybersecurity business.

The race to represent western Oklahoma was decided in June, after longtime Rep. Frank Lucas beat out two Republican primary challengers. No one from a different political party filed to run against him.

Find out more about all U.S. House races here

Voters will decide dozens of seats in the Oklahoma Legislature, including 32 races in the House alone.

Oklahoma Corporation Commission

Three candidates are vying to replace Bob Anthony, a longtime commissioner who is leaving because of term limits. The commission, which has just three seats, approves electric and gas utility rates.

The field of hopeful commissioners includes a former secretary of state, a perennial candidate and a past political party leader

Oklahoma consistently has one of the nation's lowest voter turnout rates, something voting advocacy groups are trying to change. — Oklahoma consistently has one of the nation’s lowest voter turnout rates, something voting advocacy groups are trying to change.

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Oklahoma House of Representatives

A third of the seats in the state House of Representatives will be decided, with a few open seats that will be filled by Capitol newcomers.

One of those races is for the district that covers parts of Cleveland and McClain counties, where two challengers are seeking to replace Rep. Sherrie Conley. The race to represent a different part of Cleveland County is the only one that involves three candidates.

Find out about all the state House races here

Oklahoma Senate

The state Senate is on track for a shake up after primary voters ousted some incumbents and others are leaving because of term limits.

The Oklahoma City metro race to replace outgoing Sen. Greg Treat — who presided over the Senate as president pro tempore — will likely be among the closest contests.

Read about the state Senate races here

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Oklahoma Voter Guide: What to know about key races

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