State senators have advanced bills to speed magistrate hearings, expand counsel and require risk assessments after a federal ruling and new local research.

A Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency analysis says state-owned buildings could replace leased offices in Tulsa and Oklahoma City — saving Oklahoma millions.

Norman’s superintendent says the district will protect students’ First Amendment rights while prioritizing safety after a wave of ICE‑related walkouts and amid fallout from Ryan Walters’ tenure. The board renewed Migliorino’s contract amid local debate.

A new Oklahoma bill would bar state agencies and publicly funded facilities from using taxpayer dollars for gender‑transition procedures and expand penalties for providers.

A House bill would let Oklahoma counties levy up to 15% on retail medical marijuana if local voters agree. Supporters want the cash for public safety and blight cleanup; critics warn higher costs could drive people to the black market.

Konawa Public Schools says an OSDE 'selective review' has narrowed its counseling caseload and district leaders will press the State Board in Oklahoma City on Feb. 26.

The Choctaw Tribal Council passed CB‑27‑26 and Chief Gary Batton signed it, updating Section 151 to state non‑Indians may be prosecuted within Choctaw territory where federal law permits.

At an Oklahoma City hearing, educators described assaults and resignations tied to classroom discipline, prompting a bill to address conduct and retention.

A bill in the Oklahoma Legislature would let health-sharing ministry members deduct contributions on state taxes, promising parity while raising consumer-protection concerns.

Oklahoma regulators met Wednesday to review MRO’s 2026 Regional Risk Assessment, which flags “uncertain energy availability” and winter‑generation outages as urgent concerns.

A new Senate bill would let young people who were in state custody voluntarily remain in foster care until age 21 under education, work or medical criteria. Sponsors say the extra time could reduce homelessness and justice‑system involvement.

ICE quietly pitched Oklahoma City immigration lawyers on jobs with its courtroom legal team, offering signing bonuses and loan repayment as enforcement ramps up.

State senators filed bills to return hiring power over tourism and mental‑health agency heads to boards after contract and leadership scandals.