Oklahoma's House Civil Judiciary Committee has passed a bill to improve workers' compensation for first responders following stress-induced medical events.

A new OMES market review finds Oklahoma state pay well below comparable jobs, and lawmakers are weighing longevity boosts and a 9% plan with big price tags. Turnover and budget trade‑offs will shape what passes this session.

Oklahoma lawmakers are advancing a bill to add firearm safety instruction to public school curricula from the 2026-27 school year. The measure, developed without the use of live firearms, aims to promote safe handling and awareness among students.

Oklahoma lawmakers propose House Bill 3495 to criminalize straw property purchases for foreign nationals, aiming to combat organized crime and trafficking.

Oklahoma's House Tourism Committee passed a bill to nominate the morel mushroom as the state's official fungal emblem, aiming to promote tourism and public education on mushroom foraging.

Rep. Collin Duel's pro-business bill, House Bill 3498, progresses in Oklahoma to modernize corporate laws after the loss of major employers, promising a competitive and stable economic environment.

ACOG grants funds to the City of Norman for public works projects scheduled for FFY 2029, including transit vehicle replacement and road improvements.

Oklahoma lawmakers urge State Superintendent Fields to focus on traditional education and investigate violations of compulsory attendance laws following student walkouts protesting ICE.

Oklahoma Senator Tom Woods announced a $25.5 million settlement between the state and Tyson Foods, Cargill, concluding long-standing litigation and bringing relief to local poultry farmers.

The City of Lawton honored employees and military personnel for service and health initiatives, with Everett Bonine receiving an award for operational efficiency and February 2026 being proclaimed American Heart Month and Fort Sill BOSS Day.

A state audit found payroll padding and oversight failures at the Lincoln County E‑911 Trust Authority. The director was paid $34,329 in wages auditors say she did not earn.

Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond says settlements with Tyson and Cargill will put about $25M toward cleanup and long-term monitoring of the Illinois River watershed.

Oklahoma's HB 3315, led by Rep. Ryan Eaves, passed the House Postsecondary Education Committee. It proposes studying the viability of three-year bachelor's degrees and is headed for further review.