House Speaker Kyle Hilbert introduced two bills to ensure taxpayer-funded assistance in Oklahoma goes only to lawful residents, citing accountability and fairness.

Oklahoma's Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert introduces HB 4420 to improve early literacy, focusing on reading proficiency by third grade through science-based instruction and community involvement.

Lawton honors two citizens, Jeffrey Dorell with the True North Award for his role as a chemist ensuring water safety, and Felicia Maddox with the Citizen of the Month Award for her community service.

Lawton received a federal Safe Streets for All grant for improving road safety, focusing on a data-driven plan to identify high-risk areas and potentially upgrade infrastructure for all road users.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt released a statement on his website responding to a poultry settlement, approving yet concerned about the limited scope addressing only one grower, urging wider negotiations and grower representation.

Oklahoma's HB 3288, introduced by Rep. Cynthia Roe, proposes increased physical activity in schools, aiming to enhance student health and academic performance.

Oklahoma Rep. Andy Fugate proposes House Joint Resolution 1048 to strengthen initiative petition rights, requiring public vote on legislative changes to the process.

Oklahoma Attorney General approves the denial of clemency for convicted murderer Kendrick Simpson by the Pardon and Parole Board, supporting his scheduled execution.

Attorney General Drummond approves the dismissal of a lawsuit against ClassWallet over educational relief funds, citing the State's failure to use provided financial tools.

Rep. Andy Fugate introduces HB 3018 to fix Oklahoma DUI law, addressing medical marijuana users' concerns about being charged due to lingering THC in their system.

George's, Inc., an Oklahoma poultry producer, settled with the state, agreeing to pay $5 million and implement a plan to reduce pollution in the Illinois River Watershed.

Rep. Dick Lowe filed a series of education bills in Oklahoma focusing on graduation requirements, teacher qualifications, literacy programs, and funding formulas to improve student success and consistency in the education system.

Rep. Jim Shaw introduced two bills in Oklahoma: one promoting government transparency by limiting nondisclosure agreements and another refining firearm carry laws on public property.