Attorney General Gentner Drummond has expressed support for the Oklahoma Ethics Commission’s decision to quickly restore the state’s online campaign finance system. The restoration follows a failure by RFD and Associates Inc., a vendor contracted to develop a new system, to fulfill its obligations.
RFD and Associates Inc. had agreed to create an updated platform that would allow for the filing, review, and public disclosure of campaign finance information as required by law. However, according to Drummond, the company breached its contract with the state. He stated his intention to pursue accountability measures against the vendor.
“I take very seriously my role to ensure that taxpayer dollars are spent fairly and appropriately,” Drummond said. “My office stands ready to take legal action to recover damages, hold those responsible accountable and work with the Ethics Commission to ensure the public has a reliable means to access campaign finance reports.”
Drummond highlighted how important it is for citizens to have access to this information. “It is critical that citizens have access to campaign-finance reports and that online filing is fully functional,” he said. “I appreciate the quick work of the Ethics Commission to ensure transparency as we enter into an election year.”
The Attorney General’s comments come as Oklahoma prepares for upcoming elections, underscoring concerns about transparency in political funding disclosures.