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What’s in Oklahoma’s 100 new laws taking effect July 1?

Tuesday, July 1 by News 9

July 1 marks the rollout of 100 new state laws. These changes touch nearly every aspect of life in the state, including education, criminal justice, public health and government oversight.Here’s a look at some of the biggest legal changes now in effect. Compensation for the Wrongfully Convicted Oklahomans who were wrongfully imprisoned will now... Read More.

SB 912 Becomes Law, Securing Oklahoma’s Future as Leader in the Space Industry

Tuesday, May 27 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY- Senate Bill 912, by Senator Paul Rosino, R-Oklahoma City, became law last week. The measure aims to meet the evolving needs of the space industry and position Oklahoma as a national leader in space exploration and innovation by merging the responsibilities of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA) within the Oklahoma Department... Read More.

US Supreme Court upholds Oklahoma’s decision to block religious public charter school

Friday, May 23 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The U.S. Supreme Court upholds the Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision to block a religious public charter school.The Justices' vote was tied 4-4, meaning the court automatically affirms the lower court's opinion.The Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision only applies to the state, meaning the question of religious public charter... Read More.

Protecting Oklahoma’s Future

Wednesday, May 21 by Ponca City Now

By Rep. Ty Burns, R-PawneeLast week brought historic progress at the Capitol. I’m proud to share that we’ve reached a responsible and conservative budget agreement that delivers real tax relief, protects crucial services and keeps Oklahoma on the right track.Working with House and Senate leadership and Gov. Stitt, we’ve announced a budget that simplifies... Read More.

Oklahoma’s Own Zach Bryan buys historic church in Massachusetts for Jack Kerouac Center

Monday, May 12 by AP

LOWELL, Mass. -A historic Massachusetts church where Jack Kerouac once served as an altar boy — and where his funeral mass was held — is now in the hands of Oklahoma’s Zach Bryan, who’s helping transform the site into a cultural hub.The former Saint Jean Baptiste Church in Lowell will become the Jack Kerouac... Read More.

Oklahoma’s 2026 Governor’s Race: Who’s running, who’s speculated to run?

Wednesday, April 16 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -As Oklahoma prepares for the 2026 gubernatorial race, several high-profile political figures are generating buzz as potential candidates.Current Governor Kevin Stitt, who has served since 2019, will reach his term limit of two four-year terms in 2027, leaving the field open in 2026 for these leaders to consider a run for the state’s... Read More.

Trump Administration Drops Opposition to Oklahoma’s Tough Anti-Illegal Immigration Law

Tuesday, March 18 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The State of Oklahoma is closer to finally being able to enforce its tough illegal immigration law thanks to the Trump Administration’s dismissal of the federal government’s challenging House Bill 4156.In June 2024, the Biden Administration’s U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) successfully petitioned a federal judge to place a preliminary injunction... Read More.

Fighting for Oklahoma’s Schools, Economy and Veterans

Tuesday, March 18 by Ponca City Now

By Rep. Ty Burns, R-PawneeWe are now in a critical stage of the legislative session, where we focus on floor work ahead of the deadline for bills to pass out of their chamber of origin. This week, I want to highlight a few key bills making their way through the process.House Bill 1276 would... Read More.

House Approves Moore Bill Expanding Oklahoma’s Promise to Children of Teachers

Friday, March 7 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives has approved a measure by Speaker Pro Tempore Anthony Moore, R-Clinton, that would give the children of longtime public school teachers access to the Oklahoma's Promise scholarship.House Bill 1727 would waive the scholarship's financial eligibility requirements for children of a full-time certified teacher who has... Read More.

Trump’s Border Proclamation Could Revive Oklahoma’s Immigration Law HB 4156

Monday, January 27 by News 9

The DOJ announced Sunday that it is assessing how a recent proclamation from President Donald Trump affects the case around Oklahoma's House Bill 4156.House Bill 4156 would create the crime of impermissible occupation, criminally charging anybody who is in the state illegally, and requiring them to leave Oklahoma within 72 hours.That measure was signed into... Read More.