The Oklahoma Senate approved a bill to increase penalties for DUIs, expanding the definition of aggravated DUI to include additional transgressions such as accidents or endangerment of minors.

Oklahoma's Senate Bill 758, sponsored by Senators Paxton and Thompson, passed the Senate, focusing on prioritizing in-person learning and restricting virtual instruction days from counting towards the mandatory school year duration.

The Oklahoma Senate passed a bill to set wind turbine setbacks from residential properties, aiming to protect homeowners from noise and safety issues.

Rep. Collin Duel passed House Bill 1561 in the Oklahoma House, aiming to divest state funds from entities tied to foreign adversaries, focusing on state security.

Oklahoma House passes the Marissa Murrow Act requiring bartenders to get a license to increase responsibility in serving alcohol. The bill is in response to the death of Marissa Murrow, killed by a drunk driver in 2020.

The Oklahoma Senate passed the Procurement Protection Act, restricting certain foreign entities from state contract bids, to protect local interests and economy.

Oklahoma Senator Adam Pugh applauds the Senate's approval of a bill to limit DEI policies in higher education, aiming to ensure academic integrity and equal opportunity without political bias.

Oklahoma's Senate Bill 758 limits virtual instruction, emphasizing in-person education, allowing some virtual days under strict conditions starting from the 2026-2027 school year.

Oklahoma Senate passes Bill 133 to enhance groundwater permit integrity, requiring applicants to present valid identification to prevent fraudulent activities.

California Senate Democrats criticize the passage of Senate Bill 796, claiming it undermines diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives on college campuses and fosters division.

Edmond joins Keep Oklahoma Beautiful's Tire Reclamation project to allow residents to dispose of old tires for free, with a tire drop-off event at Edmond Electric on April 5.

Norman City Council approved temporary housing relief for residents affected by wildfires, allowing them to set up temporary dwellings on their property with certain guidelines.

The Norman City Council unanimously approved land use and zoning for a new Groundwater Treatment Facility aimed at meeting DEQ water quality requirements.