Cody Maynard (born 1986) is an American politician who has served as the

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member from the 21st district since November 16, 2022.

Early life

Cody Maynard was born in 1986 at

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and attended Gatesville Independent School District. In his youth, he also worked at Camp Koinonia. Maynard later attended

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graduating within 2008 with a

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and financial management and in 2009 with his

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in accounting. He became a Certified public accountant in 2012.

Career

In 2009. Maynard joined Hendrick Healthcare System's accounting department In 2010, he moved to

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and began working for Victory Life Church. He was promoted in 2020 to "pastor of business administration" for the church.

Oklahoma House of Representatives

Maynard officially announced his campaign for the

's 21st district in January 2022. The race to succeed term-limited incumbent Dustin Roberts drew three other candidates: Penny James, Dustin Reid and Ryan Williams. He was endorsed by

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. Maynard advanced to an August runoff election with Dustin Reid. His campaign focused on his

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and his

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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. Maynard won election and was sworn in on November 16, 2022. In 2024, he voted against HB 3329 which still passed the house floor. It is intended to provide free menstrual products in school bathrooms.

Personal life

Maynard is married to his wife Crystal, with whom he has three children. He is also a member of the Durant

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and the organizing Treasurer of the

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Durant Troop Committee.

References

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