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Sen. Hicks’ bill providing CareerTech tuition assistance to Oklahoma National Guard members takes effect July 1

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard takes effect on July 1. Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, was principal author of Senate Bill 31, creating the “Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Act,” providing tuition assistance for Oklahoma Guard members enrolling in programs leading to licensure or... Read More.

Capitol Conversations With Sen. Bill Coleman

by Ponca City Now
The Senate is gearing up to hold a series of interim studies beginning later this summer. Through these studies, my colleagues and I will take a closer look at a wide range of policy proposals and bring in subject-matter experts to provide insight. This input is invaluable as we work to refine legislation for... Read More.
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Drummond lauds Oklahoma Supreme Court decision on House Bill 1775

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY  – Attorney General Gentner Drummond praised the Oklahoma Supreme Court’s ruling that embraced a reasonable interpretation of a state law combatting racism and sexism in Oklahoma education. In its ruling, the Supreme Court agreed with the Attorney General’s Office that House Bill 1775 does not reach college classrooms, but rather that it... Read More.

Luttrell, Rader comment on passage of carbon capture bill

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill aimed at establishing clear guidelines for carbon capture and storage in Oklahoma has received final legislative approval and will take effect later this year.Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, co-authored Senate Bill 269 with Sen. Dave Rader to ensure the state maintains regulatory control over carbon sequestration efforts.... Read More.
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Capitol Conversations By Sen. Bill Coleman

by Ponca City Now
The Senate adjourned this year’s legislative session at 12:25 a.m. on May 30. We adjourned Sine Die, a term signaling final adjournment, after a long week of addressing remaining policy proposals, confirming dozens of the governor’s appointees to serve in state government and voting to override most of the governor’s vetoes. Overall, I believe it... Read More.

Service Animal Protection Bill Becomes Law

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – OKLAHOMA CITY – House Bill 1178 became law after Rep. Marilyn Stark, R-Bethany, successfully led an override of the governor’s veto. The bill strengthens Oklahoma’s laws regarding service animals, ensuring greater protection for individuals with disabilities. The new law clarifies that only animals trained to perform tasks for individuals with disabilities qualify as... Read More.

Veto overridden of bill to allow state funding for the Office of Liaison for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – The veto of a bill that would allow state funding for the Office of Liaison for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons, HB 1137, was overridden by the House and the Senate. The bill’s author, Rep. Ron Stewart, D-Tulsa, celebrated the veto override.“Today, the Oklahoma Legislature demonstrated its unwavering commitment to justice and... Read More.
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Leader Munson bill to increase compensation for wrongfully convicted Oklahomans becomes law

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – HB 2235 by House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, was signed into law. The bill increases compensation for wrongfully convicted Oklahomans based on the number of years they were wrongfully incarcerated. “This is a big win and step in the right direction for reforming Oklahoma’s criminal justice system,” Leader Munson said.... Read More.
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