New Oklahoma Law Gives Former Landowners the Right to Reclaim Property Seized by Eminent Domain
Oklahoma's House Bill 1103 allows previous owners a 90-day window to reclaim land taken by eminent domain. The bill, supported for fairness, removes a 5-year notification limit and mandates transparent sale processes.
Oklahoma Mourns Passing of Former Corporation Commissioner and Public Safety Advocate Hamp Baker at 91
Former Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner Hamp Baker, renowned for his "Drive with Care" campaign, passed away at 91. His niece, Rep. Tammy Townley, reflected on his significant influence on state energy advocacy and her political career.
Oklahoma Bill Promoting Government Transparency Advances to Senate Vote, With Bipartisan Support for Open Records Reform
Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt's HB 2095, aimed at expediting Oklahoma's open records request process, received unanimous Senate Judiciary Committee support and is advancing to a Senate vote.
Oklahoma Democrats Challenge Superintendent's New Social Studies Standards as Politically Biased and Inappropriate
Oklahoma Democratic legislators criticize Superintendent Ryan Walters' new social studies standards as politically biased and age-inappropriate, pushing to reject their 2025-26 implementation.












