Legislator Recognized as Friend of the Farm

Oklahoma Farm Bureau recognized seven Oklahoma legislators— including Blaine County’s Mike Dobrinksi -- during the organization’s 84th annual meeting for their commitment to agriculture and Oklahoma’s rural communities during the 2025 legislative session.

OKFB’s Champion Award recognizes legislators who served as exemplary advocates for Oklahoma agriculture, going above and beyond for the state’s farmers and ranchers during Oklahoma’s 2025 legislative session.

2025 Champion Award winners include: Sen Grant Green (Wellston) and Rep. Mike Dobrinski (Okeene), who authored HB 2155 during the 2025 Oklahoma legislative session, which clarifies the permitting process for the construction of renewable energy facilities.

Sen. Todd Gollihare (Kellyville) and Rep. Trey Caldwell (Faxon), who were recognized for their work to control the abuse of eminent domain for renewal energy projects by authoring HB 2752 during the 2025 Oklahoma legislative session.