OK House Speaker Kyle Hilbert reacts to Rep. Burns Resignation

House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, has issued a statement regarding the resignation of Rep. Ty Burns after court records confirmed he pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of domestic abuse and two misdemeanor counts of assault.

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Speaker Hilbert mentions a conversation he's had with Rep. Burns, along with many other talks with members of the house, and expressed a belief that Burns' resignation might be what's best for him.

"I have talked to Rep. Burns and many of the members of the House of Representatives over the past 48 hours. I share his belief that it is best for him and his family to focus on his treatment and rehabilitation at this time. Domestic Violence of any kind cannot and will not be tolerated by the House of Representatives. Alexis and I will be praying for Ty and his family as they navigate this challenging time."

Former Rep. Burns will be completing one year of a state-approved domestic violence intervention program. He served as chair of the Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee prior to his resignation.

Burns, a Repbulican from Pawnee, has been the representative for House District 35 since 2018.