Senate Review

Back in March, Officer Poole put his own life on the line after he saw a home in flames. Without his quick, heroic action, this story would undoubtedly have had a tragic ending.

“I have never viewed public office as a life-long career. I believe we’re called on to serve our fellow citizens, then return to the private sector. That’s what I have decided to do.”

Leewright discusses bills he's authored during session, including those focusing on appropriate school materials and new legislation to support Oklahoma's aviation industry.

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

Read about what triggered the special session this week and what the state did to take precautions to keep everyone healthy.

There were more than 400 bills that made it through the committee process this session. Here's a look at a few of them.

Senator Leewright talks about bills passed providing additional rights regarding the family of nursing home residents, and a new bill that would nullify any attempt to bring "red flag laws" to Oklahoma.

Leewright has written legislation on what he calls a "common-sense approach to preventing animal abuse.