Oklahoma Lawmakers Explore Civil Judgment Expungement to Aid Financial Abuse Survivors
Oklahoma legislators explore a potential civil judgment expungement system to aid victims of financial abuse, which currently lacks proper mechanisms for survivors to clear debts linked to manipulation and coercion.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Address Longstanding Challenges in Establishing Statewide Emergency Communications System
Oklahoma officials discuss the challenges in establishing a statewide emergency communications system, particularly in rural areas. They debate infrastructure needs, funding sources, and the importance of interoperability for public safety.
Oklahoma Democrats Urge Action as Federal Funding Freeze Threatens Food Security for Over 680,000 Residents
Oklahoma state Democrats highlight the severity of the federal SNAP funding suspension, stressing its impact on vulnerable populations, including the elderly and children, ahead of Thanksgiving.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Pledge Action Amid Concerns of SNAP Benefits Disruption Due to Federal Funding Issues
Oklahoma lawmakers pledge to address potential SNAP benefit disruptions, with federal funding issues threatening the program's stability from November 1st, risking food security for nearly 700,000 state residents.
Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton Urges Reconsideration of Lawmaker Pay Scale by Legislative Compensation Board
Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton urges the Legislative Compensation Board to reconsider their decision not to raise pay for all legislators after only increasing leadership salaries.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Consider Establishment of Department of Early Childhood Following Rep. Ranson's Study
Oklahoma is considering the creation of a Department of Early Childhood, drawing on insights from an interim study and models from other states to address challenges in health and early childhood development.
Edmond Senator Kristen Thompson Honored with Bulldog Award for Advocacy in School Safety and Child Protection
Senator Kristen Thompson received the Bulldog Award for her commitment to public safety and child protection laws. She authored legislation enhancing school safety and child-abuse reporting.
Oklahoma Shines at NBAA Convention in Las Vegas with Senator Jech Advocating for State's Aerospace Future
The Oklahoma Senate reported on Senator Jech's attendance at the NBAA convention in Las Vegas, highlighting discussions on aerospace innovation and Oklahoma's aeronautic sector's growth supported by state investments.












