OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate today advanced two landmark measures authored by Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, aimed at protecting Jewish students and combatting antisemitism in schools and on college campuses.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate on Tuesday advanced legislation from Sen. Lisa Standridge, R-Norman, to prohibit new homeless shelters from being located within 3,000 feet of any school.

OKLAHOMA CITY – In a move to create a more predictable and accessible voting process, Senate Pro Tempore Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today passed Senate Bill 652 off the Senate Floor.  

Senate Bill 652 is a measure aimed at increasing voter turnout through a more consistent and targeted election schedule.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following statements after the Senate approved two measures limiting free speech and providing inadequate protections for religious minorities.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, on Monday passed legislation to make it easier for Oklahomans to become plumbers, growing the number of workers in this critical trade. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – The full Senate has given bipartisan approval to Senate Bill 186, by Sen. Mark Mann.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate has unanimously approved legislation expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard. Senate Bill 31, by Sen.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate on Monday unanimously approved Senate Bill 595, authored by Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore. The legislation creates the Oklahoma Jail Standards Act and establishes comprehensive standards for the operation of detention and lockup facilities in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Jo Anna Dossett, D-Tulsa, has been honored by the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS). Dossett was presented with OHS’s 2025 Guardian of History award, given annually to legislators who have advocated to preserve the mission and advance the work of the agency.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following statements in reaction to the president’s executive order dismantling the U.S. Department of Education.