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Showing: February, 2003

Winning at the Westminster Dog Show is something thousands of dog owners aspire to, but only a select few achieve. So after an Oklahoma City couples bloodhound won the prestigious title of Best of Breed at the 2003 Westminster competition, their State Senator wanted bring attention to the accomplishment. The Westminster show is second only to the Kentucky Derby as the oldest continuous sporting event in this country. If you have an interest in pure bred dogs, you know this competition is basically the equivalent of the Olympics. read more.

Sen Coffee explains resolution honoring Westminster winner.

Oklahoma State Senate Communications Division
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Sen Glenn Coffee in his Capitol office reviews his legislation
to require computer techs to report child porn. Senate To Consider Measure Requiring Computer Techs read more.

Sen. Coffee discusses SB 565.

Senator Charles Ford announced the dedication of another original painting commissioned by the Oklahoma State Senate Historical Preservation Fund Inc. The painting, a portrait of Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson, was created by award winning illustrator and artist Mike Wimmer of Norman. The portrait is a gift of the members of the th Oklahoma Legislature. Every tradition starts somewhere. Our organization commissioned a portrait of Stratton Taylor when he was Pro Tempore of the Senate. Ive known and worked with Senator Hobson for many years both in the House and in the Senate. read more.

Sen. Ford on history of pro tem portraits.
Sen. Hobson thanks members for the portrait.

Senator Charles Ford announced the dedication of another original painting commissioned by the Oklahoma State Senate Historical Preservation Fund Inc. The painting, a portrait of Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson, was created by award winning illustrator and artist Mike Wimmer of Norman. The portrait is a gift of the members of the th Oklahoma Legislature. Every tradition starts somewhere. Our organization commissioned a portrait of Stratton Taylor when he was Pro Tempore of the Senate. Ive known and worked with Senator Hobson for many years both in the House and in the Senate. read more.

Sen. Ford on history of pro tem portraits.
Sen. Hobson thanks members for the portrait.
Senate Leader Praises Veterans

Several hundred Oklahoma men and women who served their nation in the military gathered at the Capitol today for an annual event aimed at bringing attention to the states veterans. Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson, a veteran of the Air Force and a retired Colonel with the Air National Guard, said it was particularly poignant to have the veterans at the State Capitol this year. read more.

Sen. Hobson on Veterans Day at Capitol
Master Sgt Kenneth Pannell on having a son and four grandchildren in the military
Senate Leader Praises Veterans

Several hundred Oklahoma men and women who served their nation in the military gathered at the Capitol today for an annual event aimed at bringing attention to the states veterans. Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson, a veteran of the Air Force and a retired Colonel with the Air National Guard, said it was particularly poignant to have the veterans at the State Capitol this year. read more.

Sen. Hobson on Veterans Day at Capitol
Master Sgt Kenneth Pannell on having a son and four grandchildren in the military

Oklahoma City – Senate Republican Floor Leader James A. Williamson, R-Tulsa, challenged Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson, D-Lexington, to bring the FY 2004 common education funding bill to the Senate floor for an immediate vote.

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Sen. Williamson says democrats are holding education hostage.

Oklahoma State Senate Communications Division
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 30 For Immediate Release: February , 2003 Clip Sen. Hobson Comments on Final Certification
by State Equalization Board Statement by Senator Cal Hobson,
Senate President Pro Tempore This is unfortunately another indicator that Oklahoma and perhaps the nation continues to deal with the damage from a national recession. As I have said before, there is no simple silver bullet to turn our difficulties around. Only tough decisions and bipartisan cooperation will lead us to better days.

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Sen Hobson reacts to Equalization Board Certification.

Oklahoma State Senate Communications Division
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Sen. Hobson comments on budget shortfall and
GOP push to fund education first. Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson Comments
on Senator Williamsons Remarks Statement by Senator Cal Hobson, read more.

Sen. Hobson comments to press on Sen Williamson's remarks
Charlie Laster Sworn In As State Senator

With friends, family and supporters gathered in the Senate Gallery, Shawnee attorney Charlie Laster was sworn in by State Supreme Court Justice Joseph M. Watt on Monday. Laster succeeded Brad Henry as the District State Senator, who was in midterm when he was elected governor. This is a proud day for my family and for me. Its an honor I dont take lightly and I pledge to do the very best job I possibly can representing District , said Laster. Among those offering their congratulations to the new legislator was Senate President Pro Tempore Cal Hobson. read more.

Chief Justice Watt Administers Oath of Office to Sen. Charlie Laster
Sen. Laster remarks after taking oath