State
Bill prohibiting “Critical Race Theory” curriculum passes the House
April 30, 2021
A House bill, amended in the state Senate, that will prohibit Oklahoma public schools, colleges and universities from incorporating certain messages about sex and race into any course instruction earned final passage in the House on Thursday.
Governor Stitt signs heartbeat bill
April 27, 2021
This bill will stop abortions from being performed once an unborn child is determined to have a detectable heartbeat.
Governor makes Oklahoma a Second Amendment Sanctuary State by signing Senate Bill 631 into law
April 27, 2021
Oklahoma is officially a Second Amendment Sanctuary State after the governor signed Senate Bill 631 into law on Monday.
Governor Signs Bill Updating Motorist Protections during Riots
April 23, 2021
This bill creates a new section of law that protects drivers fleeing a riot under a reasonable belief their actions are necessary to protect them from serious injury or death.
Hydroxychloroquine purchased by Oklahoma took a detour
April 22, 2021
How did a $2.6 million shipment of hydroxychloroquine meant for COVID-19 patients end up at a pharmacy in Pryor, Oklahoma?
State Representative Mark Lawson receives child abuse prevention award
April 21, 2021
Lawson he was introducing a standard resolution, and "it turned into a day I'll never forget," he said.
Bill to Exempt Law Officers from Jury Duty Sent to Governor
April 19, 2021
A bill that will exempt certain law enforcement officers from jury duty passed the state Senate on Thursday and moves to the governor for his consideration of signing it into law.
Oklahomans asked to report recent winter storm damage
February 24, 2021
The state has provided an online form for you to fill out if you had property damage or you were displaced during the winter storm. See inside for details.
Oklahomans face the possibility of soaring gas and electric bills
February 20, 2021
While it's too early to tell just yet, officials say that we should expect to see an increase in utility bills in April, and possibly beyond.
There is one big name who opposes the “Bigfoot Hunting Season” bill
February 18, 2021
The bill was met with equal parts chuckling and head-scratching, but not everyone is amused.