State
Oklahoma senators applauds Red Dye 3 ban, vows continued action on food safety
January 18, 2025
Red Dye 3 has long been controversial due to scientific evidence pointing to health concerns, including possible links to cancer and negative behavioral impacts in children.
Oklahoma Senator introduces Bitcoin Freedom Act to “bring Oklahoma’s economy into the future”
January 9, 2025
“In a time when inflation is eroding the purchasing power of hard-working Oklahomans, Bitcoin provides a unique opportunity to protect earnings and investments.”
House Elects Kyle Hilbert as Speaker, Anthony Moore as Speaker Pro Tempore
January 8, 2025
Hilbert, 30, will be the youngest House Speaker in Oklahoma State history. In his 8-year tenure in the House, he's authored over 40 bills that have been signed into law.
Sapulpa Representative Mark Lawson has been named House Majority Leader
December 20, 2024
First elected to the House in 2016, Lawson has been a driving force behind several key legislative achievements, including reform to human services across the state, advocating for public health and recently standing firm alongside Speaker Hilbert to halt energy transmission lines in his district.
Controversial energy transmission line halted following packed meeting at Creek County Fairgrounds
December 14, 2024
Speaker-Elect Kyle Hilbert said the decision showed the impact of grassroots initiatives and local input.
Take advantage of tax deductions before the end of the year
December 13, 2024
Energy-efficient home improvements, charitable donations, retirement accounts, dependent care and educational expenses are some options that can help ensure a more favorable financial outcome when filing taxes in the spring.
OSU Extension, AARP connect communities through library hotspot program
December 8, 2024
Oklahoma State University Extension and AARP Oklahoma are celebrating their continued partnership of the state’s library hotspot program.
Tax Cuts and Mental Health: State legislators meet in Sapulpa to discuss the 60th legislative session
October 25, 2024
More than 70 people showed up for the Joint Civic Luncheon this Thursday, where legislators talked about what they expect to cover in what will the 60th legislative session.
State health department shares information on preventing older adults from falling
September 20, 2024
Every week, 16 older adults die and 149 are hospitalized from a fall-related injury in the state.
Oklahoma Health Department says West Nile Virus is now “widespread”
August 7, 2024
Over the last month, evidence of WNV activity has increased across the state and is now considered widespread. Positive mosquito pools have been identified in many regions of Oklahoma.