OKLAHOMA CITY – Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has named Sen. Kim David, R-Porter, and Sen. Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, as Oklahoma’s Legislators of the Year for their efforts to eliminate alcohol- and drug-impaired driving and better support victims.

Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, released the following statement regarding him cancelling his study scheduled for Monday, Oct. 17 at the Capitol to review the abstract and title system.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Blake “Cowboy” Stephens held an interim study Monday to look into the significant harm done to livestock and property by predatory birds. Stephens, R-Tahlequah, said the most destructive is the black vulture.

Sen. George Young, D-Oklahoma City, held a press conference to discuss upcoming clemency hearings.

Senate President Pro Tem Greg Treat held a press conference on Friday, September 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Legislature has approved a slate of bills entailing a major investment in workforce and economic development throughout the state funding infrastructure improvements at industrial parks, aeronautics facilities, and the state fairgrounds as well as to increase Oklahoma’s presence with international trading partners.

On Thursday, the Senate voted on numerous projects recommended by

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Majority Leader Greg McCortney announced Wednesday that legislative leaders from both chambers had agreed to appropriate an additional $20 million for emergency drought relief.  Those funds are in addition to the $3 million already allocated for drought relief during the 2022 legislative session.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate’s art collection now features its first piece of blown glass artwork.  During a special dedication ceremony held Wednesday in the Senate Chamber, Sen. Mark Allen, and his wife, Nikki, gifted a sculpture to the Senate entitled “Dragonfly Summer.”  The piece was created by Poteau-based glass artist Steve Brewster.

Allen, R-Spiro, is entering his final weeks of service in the Senate due to term limits.