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Tricia Everest
Oklahoma cabinet secretary From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Tricia Everest is an American public official and philanthropist who currently serves as Oklahoma's Secretary of Public Safety.
Early life and education
Everest is a self-described fourth-generation Oklahoman. She attended Casady High School and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University.[1][2] She earned her law degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law.[3]
Career
Everest began her law career in the state Attorney General's office, serving from 2004 to 2010.[2] She is the founding director of Palomar, which helps abuse victims access necessary services.[4][1] She has founded and chaired multiple philanthropic efforts across Oklahoma.[3]
Everest was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2019 for her advocacy and charitable contributions.[5]
In 2020, Governor Kevin Stitt nominated Everest as Oklahoma Secretary of Public Safety.[4] She was confirmed in 2021. Upon her confirmation, she resigned as chair of the Oklahoma County Jail Trust.[6]
As Secretary of Public Safety, Everest has championed workforce initiatives and women's leadership in public safety.[7] She has also focused on creating more educational opportunities for incarcerated people.[8] She chaired the Oklahoma State Work Permits and Visas Task Force, which recommended expanding work permits and visas for noncitizens in Oklahoma.[9] Everest also co-leads the state's Wildfire Response Working Group.[10]
Everest was recognized by the Department of Justice in 2021 for advocating on behalf of victims of crime.[5]
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