Bob Sullivan won the Republican primary runoff and is running for Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner in the Tuesday, Nov. 3, general election.

Sullivan defeated Marty Quinn on Aug. 25 with 55% of the vote, according to Ballotpedia. Sullivan received 186,563 votes to Quinn's 152,609.

On his campaign website, Sullivan said he is committed to "protecting freedom, defending family, and putting Oklahoma First."

Candidate information

  • Party: Republican
  • Office sought: Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner
  • Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Oklahoma State University (2007), according to BallotReady
  • Professional designations: Sullivan says he holds the Certified Insurance Counselor, Certified Risk Manager, Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter, Associate in Fidelity and Surety Bonding, and Certified Environmental Specialist designations
  • Hometown ties: Sullivan says he is a fourth-generation Oklahoman on his father's side, born and raised in the state

Experience and public service

Sullivan worked as a producer at Rich & Cartmill Inc. from 2010 to 2022 before moving to his current role as a risk management professional at Professional Risk, according to BallotReady.

Sullivan says he is an Eagle Scout. He says he is an active member and leader at Calvary Baptist Church in Inola. He says he is a past president of the Rotary Club of Southside Tulsa and has held leadership roles with Youth Services of Tulsa, Youth at Heart, Clubhouse Tulsa and MODUS.

On the issues

Insurance rates: Sullivan says Oklahomans should not pay more than residents of California or Colorado. He says he will "take on Big Insurance, demand transparency, and fight for lower, fairer rates."

Market competition: Sullivan says that when insurance companies leave a state, costs rise. He says he would open the market, recruit carriers and increase competition for consumers.

Consumer protection: Sullivan says the insurance system has worked for companies rather than customers. He says he would ensure insurers pay claims on time and treat Oklahomans with respect.

Housing and affordability: Sullivan says families and entrepreneurs are being hurt by premiums. He says he would fight to make insurance affordable, predictable and responsive so people can protect what they have built.

Social issues: Sullivan describes himself as pro-life and pro-Second Amendment, according to his BallotReady responses.