Capitol Connection

Rep. Hern, Sen. Cruz Introduce School Choice Legislation Prioritizing the Right to a Quality Education for Every Child

February 11, 2025

Rep. Kevin Hern (OK-01) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced the Student Empowerment Act recently to expand…

Hern and Kiley introduce bill to combat Confucius Classrooms, CCP-funded influence in American schools

February 10, 2025

Confucius Classrooms are Chinese language and learning centers in elementary and secondary schools which are…

Deevers Pulls SB1017, Moves Forward with Plans to Improve Student Care, Transparency, and Parental Rights

February 9, 2025

Deevers’ controversial bill has been pulled from consideration, saying the language needed to be revised…

Congressman Hern’s child cupport and tribal welfare reforms have been signed into law

January 8, 2025

The bill reduces the regulatory burden on states by ensuring they can continue using contractors…

Gollihare earns perfect score for votes on pro-jobs/economic growth legislation

August 31, 2023

The report highlights Gollihare’s votes promoting job creation and economic growth throughout Oklahoma.

Leewright honors Drumright Police Officer Gerad Poole

April 18, 2022

Back in March, Officer Poole put his own life on the line after he saw…

Sen. Leewright announces he will not seek another term

April 6, 2022

“I have never viewed public office as a life-long career. I believe we’re called on to…

Senate Review by Senator James Leewright

April 3, 2022

Leewright discusses bills he’s authored during session, including those focusing on appropriate school materials and…

Senate Review: The first formal session of 2021

February 9, 2021

Get the latest update from the Senate, regarding bills, budgets and new policy from state…

Senate Review by Senator James Leewright

April 9, 2020

Read about what triggered the special session this week and what the state did to…