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Oklahoma lawmakers approve dozens of interim studies ahead of the 2027 legislative session

Tuesday, July 14 by KTUL

TULSA, Okla. — Oklahoma lawmakers are already preparing for next year's legislative session after House and Senate leaders approved dozens of interim studies covering everything from artificial intelligence and housing to education, water policy and tourism. Interim studies allow lawmakers to take a deeper look at complex issues before deciding whether to file legislation. The hearings... Read More.

Chamber’s Ponca Politics Committee final Legislative Update of the 2026 Session

Friday, May 1 by Ponca City Now-PC Chamber

The Chamber's Ponca Politics Committee held the final Legislative Update of the 2026 Session, 2nd Regular Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature, last Friday in the Commission Chamber at City Hall. Our state legislators serving the Ponca City Area, addressed a wide array of questions with clarity and insight. Investors in attendance to participate in the... Read More.

Oklahoma legislative leaders agree on $12.7 billion budget

Friday, April 3 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Legislative leaders at the Oklahoma State Capitol have reached a $12.7 billion state budget agreement, representing a nearly 1.3% increase from 2025 while boosting funding for education. The budget includes an additional $230 million for education, with $80 million dedicated to reading and math programs and another $85 million allocated for teacher pay... Read More.

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Legislative Work Continues at the Capitol

Friday, March 13 by Ponca City Now

By Rep. Dillon Travis As I enter my second week serving as your state representative, we have just completed another legislative deadline to pass House bills and House joint resolutions out of oversight committees. Bills that cleared this step are now eligible to move forward to the next stage, which is being heard on the... Read More.

Legislative Forum in Newkirk Friday

Friday, February 27 by Ponca City Now

Newkirk, this is your chance to be heard! Come out to the Legislative Forum on February 27 at 10 AM at the Newkirk Library. Connect with Senator Bill Coleman and Representative John Pfeiffer. Stay engaged and informed together.

Urgent Legislative Request to Address Student Walkouts and Uphold School Attendance Laws

Friday, February 13 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY — A group of Oklahoma state senators and representatives sent a formal letter to State Superintendent Lindel Fields calling for immediate action regarding recent student walkouts at public schools statewide. These protests, which targeted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and law enforcement personnel, disrupted instructional time at schools including Hale High... Read More.

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Felony charges filed against former Rep. Ajay Pittman, legislative assistant

Thursday, January 29 by News 6

State Rep. Ayshia “Ajay” Pittman announced her resignation from the Oklahoma House of Representatives on Wednesday, just hours after the Oklahoma Attorney General filed felony charges against her and an executive assistant in the Oklahoma State Senate, Trena Byas. “It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve the constituents of House District 99,”... Read More.

Jenkins Files Bills for Voters to Decide Legislative Pay

Tuesday, January 20 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Molly Jenkins, R-Coyle, has filed three bills she says are aimed at giving voters a direct voice in decisions about pay raises for legislators and statewide elected officials. Jenkins said she introduced the three pieces of legislation after the Oklahoma Legislative Compensation Board met in executive session late last year before... Read More.

Legislative Update With Sen. Bill Coleman

Tuesday, January 13 by Ponca City Now

As we begin a new year, the start of the 2026 legislative session is right around the corner. My legislative colleagues and I have until Jan. 15 to file bills for the upcoming session. To get ahead of that deadline, I’ve already introduced several measures that can be considered once the new session begins... Read More.

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Legislative Update

Tuesday, November 25 by Ponca City Now

The Senate wrapped up interim studies by the end of October after committees spent four months exploring a wide range of policy topics. I’m pleased to say that all the studies held before the Senate Business and Insurance Committee were extremely productive and will likely lead to legislation filed ahead of next year’s legislative... Read More.

Legislative Update

Monday, October 13 by Ponca City Now

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and I was glad my recent interim study helped shine a light on the gaps in our legal system when it comes to protecting victims of this devastating crime. I now have a list of issues to explore further as I consider legislation for the next legislative session. One... Read More.

Senator Darrell Weaver Receives Legislative Career Achievement Award from Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association

Wednesday, October 8 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, was recently presented with the Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association’s Oklahoma Legislative Career Achievement Award in recognition of his outstanding vision, dedication, leadership, and commitment to supporting Oklahoma’s sheriffs. “Throughout my decades in law enforcement, I experienced firsthand many of the same challenges our law enforcement officers and sheriffs’ departments face... Read More.