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House Moves Nonresident Hunting Lottery Legislation to Governor

Wednesday, April 23 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Jim Grego, R-Wilburton, this week secured passage of a bill that will create a lottery system for nonresidents seeking a hunting, killing or trapping permit with the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission. Senate Bill 448 requires out-of-state hunters to pay a $100 permit fee in addition to the traditional hunting license... Read More.

Legislation Declares “Christ is King” in Oklahoma

Monday, April 21 by News 9

Oklahoma City -Oklahoma legislators have declared “Christ is King” in Oklahoma with the passage of House Concurrent Resolution 1013.Passed Thursday, legislators pushed the measure through during the observance of Holy Week. Resolution author Rep. Jim Olsen, R-Roland, says the text affirms Oklahoma’s spiritual heritage and enduring faith."This resolution is a bold testament to Oklahoma’s faith-based legacy,"... Read More.

Legislation from Senator Bill Coleman to Create Recall Elections Process Clears Oklahoma Senate

Monday, March 31 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate has approved legislation from Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, to create a recall process for state elected officials to be removed from office.Before the legislation passed 31 to 15, Coleman vowed to make major changes to the bill in the coming weeks.Senate Bill 990 currently establishes a... Read More.

Edmond Senator Files Legislation to Add More School Supplies to Tax-Free Weekend

Wednesday, January 1 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – On Monday Senator Kristen Thompson (R-Edmond), announced the filing of legislation for additional school supplies to be exempt from sales taxes during Oklahoma’s tax-free weekend. “I know as a mom, every little bit helps,” said Senator Thompson. Senate Bill 231 exemptions would include school supplies such as backpacks, binders, pens, pencils, markers,... Read More.

Pro Tem Elect Paxton and Sen. Thompson to Refile Legislation to Limit Virtual Days in Public Education

Wednesday, December 25 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Pro Tem-Elect Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle and Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, recently announced their plans to refile legislation to reduce the use of virtual school days in public education. “We continue to see the disastrous and inefficient effects virtual learning is having on our children,” Pro Tem-Elect Paxton said. “We also continue to... Read More.