In a letter to constituents released on Wednesday, Pittman announced her resignation and intention to continue serving her district “without distraction.”
“I believe stepping aside allows my district to be served without distraction,” Pittman said. “Leadership is not only about holding office, but it’s also about knowing when to close a chapter with grace and clarity.”
Pittman was the subject of an investigation tied to violating a settlement agreement in an ongoing campaign finance rules violation case. The Oklahoma Ethics Commission says Pittman failed to appropriately reimburse her campaign fund per the terms of the Settlement and provide proof of such reimbursement.
In October, investigators obtained warrants to search Pittman’s home and office at the Oklahoma State Capitol. Investigators said Pittman provided the Ethics Commission with a fake cashier’s check to show she was making payments on a $35,000 restitution agreement.
Pittman was later suspended from House Democratic Caucus membership and activities. As of Jan. 28, 2026, the Oklahoma Ethics Commission investigation into Pittman remains active.
According to Pittman’s office, during her tenure as representative, Pittman authored and co-authored more than 160 pieces of legislation. In her statement to constituents, Pittman described her tenure as “effective.”
“It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the constituents of House District 99, ” Pittman said in a letter to constituents. “From the first day I took the oath, my commitment was simple: be effective and do the work, put people first, and make a difference. I am honored to say that my service in the office was effective as a local and national policy collaborator who handled our day-to-day governmental affairs.”
Pittman’s resignation comes ahead of the start of the upcoming legislative session. The 2026 Regular Session of the Oklahoma Legislature begins on Monday, Feb. 2.
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Read Pittman’s full statement to constituents below:
Today, Representative Ajay Pittman announced her resignation from the Oklahoma House of Representatives, concluding more than seven years of historical public service representing House District 99.
“It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the constituents of House District 99, ” Pittman said. “From the first day I took the oath, my commitment was simple: be effective and do the work, put people first, and make a difference. I am honored to say that my service in the office was effective as a local and national policy collaborator who handled our day-to-day governmental affairs.”
During her tenure, Pittman authored and co-authored more than 160 pieces of legislation, helped advance bipartisan measures signed into law, led multiple interim studies on critical statewide issues, assisted hundreds of constituents with direct casework, and personally recognized thousands of students, veterans, educators, and community leaders through official House citations. She prioritized health equity, economic development, education, public safety, criminal justice, and community empowerment.
“I believe stepping aside allows my district to be served without distraction,” Pittman said. “Leadership is not only about holding office, but it’s also about knowing when to close a chapter with grace and clarity.”
Pittman emphasized that her resignation does not mark the end of her service. “I am deeply proud of what we accomplished together with my colleagues and constituents, and the revenue I have secured for this state and national organizations. My purpose is to remain accessible to the people of District 99,” Pittman said. “Public service does not end with a title; it only pivots when the assignment is completed.”
As a sixth-generation resident of House District 99, and a 7th-generation tribal citizen of the Seminole Nation. Pittman underscored the legacy of her family’s enduring connection to the community as educators, medical professionals, entrepreneurs, musicians, public servants, and survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre.
“This is my home,” Pittman said. “I am forever grateful to the district for entrusting me to lead, to serve, and to help solve issues through policy changes every day with innovation and purpose.”
Pittman also acknowledged that, amid the adversity of politics, she remains grounded in the work she accomplished for the people of District 99 during her tenure. Her residents are resilient and strong. Even when they are referred to as underprivileged and underserved, or portrayed by negative statistics, they continue to fight for progress.
Her perspective remains grounded in faith and service, as she reflects on this transition. She believes scripture reminds us that there is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens (Ecclesiastes 3:1). Pittman also believes it teaches us not to grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up (Galatians 6:9). “It is these truths that have guided her service and will continue to guide her worship, and help her understand her worth in future endeavors.”
Pittman concluded by thanking her constituents directly. “From the bottom of my heart, I want to send a very big thank you to the people of District 99 for the trust you placed in me,” Pittman said. “This opportunity to serve has been the honor of a lifetime. This is a moment in time. The legislation we passed, the families we helped, the students we have lifted, and the community we strengthened together, that is our legacy.”
