Oklahoma Governor and Latino Leaders Convene to Discuss Immigration Impact During Hispanic Cultural Day
Hispanic Cultural Day at the Oklahoma Capitol featured a roundtable on immigration's impact, shifting focus from a large outdoor event to serious discussions on policy effects on Latino communities.
Oklahoma's House Bill 1003 Set to Raise Age of Consent to 18, Awaits Governor's Signature
Oklahoma advances House Bill 1003, which proposes raising the age of consent from 16 to 18 while keeping the "Romeo and Juliet" exception for close-in-age couples. The bill, aiming to protect minors, now awaits the governor's signature.
Oklahoma Governor Signs Controversial Bill Allowing Foster Care Discrimination Based on Religious Beliefs
Oklahoma's SB 658, allowing foster families to refuse children based on sexual orientation or gender identity due to religious beliefs, has been signed into law, criticized for limiting LGBTQ+ youth's foster options.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Pass $12.59 Billion Budget with Tax Cuts, Maintain Funding for Mental Health Services
Oklahoma's $12.59 billion FY 2026 budget features tax cuts and maintains most agency funding, with a minor overall increase from the previous year. Some criticize its transparency and focus on tax reductions.












