Ellyn Hefner

Ellyn Hefner is a disability rights champion, having dedicated almost twenty years to helping families like her own find resources and support. Ellyn experienced the devastating shortcomings of the developmental disability service system firsthand with her youngest son. Inspired by her family’s experiences, Ellyn is running for the House to ensure that every Oklahoman family has access to the resources needed to thrive.

• Supports raising teacher pay and benefits
• Worked with legislators to create an income tax deduction
• Motivated to improve disability and mental health care