OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, was recently recognized as a Nuclear State Champion by Nuclear Matters, a branch of the Nuclear Energy Institute. Burns was selected for his leadership and commitment to advancing nuclear energy in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation that eliminates the state’s five-year manufacturer ad valorem tax exemption for solar generation and battery storage facilities has advanced to the governor’s desk. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, said she was honored to be named Senator of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterans Council. Each year, the Senate and House meet in a special joint session to honor Oklahoma’s military veterans.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, announced Senate Bill 933, known as the Right to Try for Individualized Treatments Act, has been signed into law. The measure expands access to individualized investigational treatments for eligible patients in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill modernizing Oklahoma’s college savings plan has been signed into law by the governor. Senate Bill 1989, by Sen. Nikki Nice, D-Oklahoma City, and Rep.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Roland Pederson, R-Burlington, applauded the signing of House Bill 3934, a new law intended to encourage dental professionals to choose Oklahoma and strengthen the dental workforce.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt said that although the 2026 legislative session included some good initiatives for helping more Oklahomans thrive, there were many more missed opportunities to put people over politics.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation to better support teachers and staff following the death of a spouse or child, including miscarriage, has become law. Senate Bill 1204, by Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City, and Rep.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, applauded Senate Bill 1644 becoming law, legislation she authored to designate Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS) as a reportable disease in Oklahoma.