Chickasaw Nation Election Secretary Jerri Martin announced results of the Aug. 25, 2026, special election to fill the unexpired term of Chickasaw Nation Tishomingo Legislative District Seat 1.
Candidate Kayla Wood, Tishomingo, received 788 votes (55.03%); Te’Ata Loper, Milburn, received 373 votes (26.05%); Lisa Hudson, Davis, received 150 votes (10.47%); and Jeff Jennings, Davis, received 121 votes (8.45%).
Oath of Office for legislator-elect Kayla Wood will take place Aug. 31.
The vacancy was created when former incumbent legislator Scott Wood was sworn in as Chickasaw Nation Lt. Governor.
The unexpired term ends Oct. 1, 2027.
For more information, contact Martin at (580) 310-6475 or (888) 661-0137.
Candidate results are as follows:
- Kayla Wood, Tishomingo, 788 votes (55.03%)
- Te’Ata Loper, Milburn, 373 votes (26.05%)
- Lisa Hudson, Davis, 150 votes (10.47%)
- Jeff Jennings, Davis, 121 votes (8.45%)
Results are unofficial until the recount period ends Aug. 28, 2026.