Mar. 4, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Committee Passes Eminent Domain Bill
Legislation aims to protect property owners' rights and ensure fair compensation
Mar. 4, 2026
Oklahoma Lawmakers Tackle Child Advocacy Bills in Second Month of Session
Proposals from the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) see progress despite budget constraints
Mar. 4, 2026
Oklahoma Lawmakers Tackle Child Advocacy Bills in Second Month of Session
Proposals from the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) see progress as legislature enters second month.
Mar. 4, 2026
Oklahoma Bill Aims to Establish Child Support from Conception
The Child Support Upon Conception Act would allow mothers to seek child support from fathers starting at pregnancy confirmation.
Mar. 3, 2026
Oklahoma Lawmakers Advance Bill Limiting Courts' Ability to Consider Religious Practices
Measure aims to prohibit courts from recognizing or enforcing any religious code, law or practice that is 'incompatible' with state or federal constitutions.
Mar. 3, 2026
Compulsory Discipline Measure Advances in Oklahoma House
Lawmakers differ on whether it would require suspension for accidentally injuring a school employee.
Mar. 3, 2026
Tulsa Senator Proposes Paid Family Leave Bill
Legislation aims to implement statutory paid family leave in the private sector
Mar. 2, 2026
Oklahoma Sets Application Date for Parental Choice Tax Credit
The state's tax commission opens applications for the 2026-2027 school year program.
Feb. 28, 2026
Oklahoma Bill Aims to Allow Cameras in 12 Courtrooms
The Courtroom Transparency Act would livestream select proceedings without court reporters
Feb. 28, 2026
Lawmakers Urged to Protect Teacher Retirement Funds
Proposal to redirect hundreds of millions from pension system sparks backlash
Feb. 26, 2026
Oklahoma House Advances Bill to Restrict Gender-Affirming Care
Proposed legislation would prohibit health facilities receiving public funds from providing or referring adults for gender transition procedures.
Feb. 26, 2026
Oklahoma House Committees Advance Bills on School Prayer, Reading Requirements
Legislation would mandate daily prayer periods, third-grade retention, and more instructional time in public schools
Feb. 26, 2026
Republicans Push Back on Data Centers in Oklahoma
GOP state lawmakers seek to slow or pause new data center construction amid backlash from constituents
Feb. 26, 2026
Bill to Delay Ex-Lawmakers from Becoming Lobbyists Fails Committee Vote
Concerns over First Amendment rights and special interest influence lead to bipartisan rejection of proposed waiting period.
Feb. 26, 2026
Oklahoma Senator Introduces Bills to Protect State Land and Data
Legislation aims to prohibit foreign ownership and control of Oklahoma assets
Feb. 25, 2026
Oklahoma Lawmakers Advance Bills on Health Care, Foster Care, and Public Safety
Legislation addresses access to ivermectin, support for youth transitioning from foster care, and penalties for impersonating law enforcement.
Feb. 25, 2026
Oklahoma Bill to Protect First Responders Advances Unanimously
Measure aims to strengthen workers' compensation for firefighters, police, and EMTs who suffer heart attacks or strokes after intense duty.
Feb. 25, 2026
Oklahoma Bill Aims to Allow Over-the-Counter Ivermectin Sales
Legislation would let pharmacists provide ivermectin without prescription, shielding them from liability
Feb. 25, 2026
Senate Democrats Criticize GOP Education Proposal
Lawmakers debate new elementary school math requirements
Feb. 24, 2026
Oklahoma Bill to Protect First Responders Advances Unanimously
Measure would create legal presumption for job-related heart attacks and strokes.
