Oklahoma's Senate Bill 870, aimed at protecting youth in juvenile detention by mandating sexual misconduct reporting and imposing severe penalties for non-compliance, awaits the governor's signature.

Oklahoma House Democrats elect new leadership, with Rep. Provenzano as Leader-elect, Rep. Deck as Caucus Chair-elect, and Rep. Hefner as Vice Chair-elect. They express dedication to serve Oklahomans and outline their vision for the future.

Rep. Tom Gann criticizes Oklahoma Senate Bill 987 for promoting opaque government and corporate welfare, citing risks of closed-door decision-making and misuse of public funds.

Broken Arrow prepares for the third Oklahoma Memorial Trail Ruck-Off, a weighted ruck march to honor veterans, including Korean War veteran Major Clarence Oliver.

The Oklahoma Senate unanimously approved a bill, Neil’s Law, to protect elders and vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, allowing them to pursue civil action against perpetrators.

Service Oklahoma offers extended Saturday hours to meet REAL ID deadline, while the BBB warns Oklahomans of scams related to the document's acquisition.

Oklahoma's Department of Education announced free training for school boards to improve governance, led by Superintendent Ryan Walters, with an upcoming conference scheduled for July and August 2025.

Oklahoma's mental health department faces a $23 million shortfall, risking employee pay and vital services. House Democratic Leader Munson underscores the need for adequate funding for the well-being of Oklahomans.

Oklahoma grapples with a tax proposal aimed at eliminating state income tax, and a bill reducing financial burdens on those in the criminal justice system, amid concerns about funding and racial disparities in youth justice.

Oklahoma House Speaker Kyle Hilbert criticized the Department of Mental Health's poor fiscal management, leading to potential payroll issues. A House Select Committee will seek answers under oath.

Oklahoma passed a bill for increased law enforcement cooperation in anticipation of the 2028 Olympics, focusing on inter-county operations and liability.

The Oklahoma House has designated the last week of September as Frontotemporal Dementia Awareness Week to highlight the condition's impact on families.

Oklahoma House passed SB 552 to protect biotech from foreign threats; the bill, awaiting the governor's signature, prohibits state-funded agencies from dealing with firms linked to hostile nations.