OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma stands at a critical juncture in the fight against antisemitism, and two groundbreaking bills by Senator Kristen Thompson have successfully passed Senate committees, marking a decisive step forward in confronting hate on college campuses.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Brian Guthrie, R-Bixby, received committee approval for four key pieces of legislation this week. With the passage of Senate Bills 1092, 653, 547, and 945, the freshman lawmaker has now advanced a total of six bills through Senate Committees.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Mary Boren issued the following statement following the passing of former Governor, State Representative, U.S. Senator and President of the University of Oklahoma, David L. Boren.

Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton held a press conference at 1:30 p.m. on February 20, 2025.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City, won unanimous, bipartisan support from the Senate Retirement and Government Resources Committee for legislation to help storm trackers travel Oklahoma roads and highways more safely during severe weather.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, has won unanimous approval from the Senate Education Committee for legislation aimed at better identifying and helping children with dyslexia, a learning disorder that can hinder a child’s ability to read.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Jerry Alvord, R-Wilson, has secured approval from the Senate Public Safety Committee for Senate Bill 636. The measure prohibits any state entity or political subdivision from using public funding to distribute any pamphlet or kit that opposes the rights granted by the 2nd Amendment.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved Senate Bill 79 Wednesday. The measure by Sen. Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, creates the Uniform Child Abduction Prevention Act, which authorizes a court to order abduction prevention measures in a child custody proceeding if the court finds that the evidence establishes a credible risk of abduction of the child.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today advanced legislation to eliminate outdated and redundant government commissions, reinforcing the state’s commitment to efficiency and responsible governance.