Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Lisa Standridge, R-Norman, on Thursday successfully advanced legislation to prevent utility customers from being burdened with additional fees and taxes as a result of Winter Storm Uri.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee this week easily passed legislation to establish an income tax credit for individuals who donate to pregnancy resource centers.

On Monday, the committee advanced House Bill 1201 by Rep. Cody Maynard and Sen. David Bullard, both Republicans from Durant.

OKLAHOMA CITY - Senator George Burns, R-Pollard, today applauded the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) decision to halt progress on a controversial pumped storage hydroelectric project proposed on the Kiamichi River in Pushmataha County.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, advanced legislation to prevent people from misrepresenting their pets as service animals.

The Senate Public Safety Committee on Tuesday passed House Bill 1178, which would make it a misdemeanor for someone to knowingly misrepresent an animal in their possession as a service animal to gain the same privileges granted to individuals with disabilities.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate Retirement and Government Resources Committee on Tuesday passed legislation that would allow Oklahoma to establish a transactional gold and silver depository.

Sen. David Bullard advanced House Bill 1197, which would allow the state treasurer to establish a local, transactional depository whereby Oklahomans could spend their gold and silver like money through a debit card system.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, received unanimous approval from the Senate Education Committee for House Bill 1484 Tuesday, legislation aimed at expanding fentanyl awareness and prevention education in Oklahoma schools.

OKLAHOMA CITY – In a solemn joint session of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and Senate on Monday, state lawmakers gathered to mark the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, honoring the 168 lives lost and recognizing the strength and resilience that emerged in the wake of the tragedy.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Casey Murdock, R-Felt, on Thursday, honored an Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper for rescuing an eight-year-old boy who was believed to be a victim of human trafficking.

In front of the full Senate, Murdock recognized Trooper Cody Creswell for going above and beyond the call of duty to reunite the young boy with his family. Creswell was named an OHP Trooper of the Year for 2024 for his actions.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Lisa Standridge, R-Norman, successfully secured unanimous committee passage of legislation that reinforces property owners' control over their land, even in cases involving easements.

This week, the Senate Judiciary Committee passed House Bill 1060, which allows property owners to relocate an easement on their grounds at their own expense by pursuing civil action. HB 1060 does not apply to utility easements.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Senate Monday adopted Senate Resolution 13, which recognizes businessman, banker, and accomplished journalist Russell M. Perry for his significant contributions to the state. The resolution was authored and presented by Senator Shane Jett, R-Shawnee.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate Aerospace and Transportation Committee on Monday unanimously approved the executive nomination of Craig E. Campbell to the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA). Sen. Todd Gollihare, R-Kellyville, carried the nomination, which passed 11-0.

Oklahoma’s initiative petition process was designed to empower the people, allowing residents to bypass the Legislature when lawmakers fail to act in the public’s best interest. Unfortunately, what was once a tool for direct democracy by Oklahomans and for Oklahomans has increasingly been manipulated by out-of-state interest groups and wealthy donors to push left-wing policies in a deeply conservative state.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt issued the following statement on the passing of former Senate President Pro Tempore Marvin York, D-Oklahoma City.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate has overwhelmingly passed a series of lawsuit reforms aimed at reining in excessive lawsuits. This package of legislation is gaining momentum after a recent study found that Oklahoma loses more than $3.7 billion in total economic output and 32,300 jobs each year due to exorbitant tort costs stemming from lawsuits and legal claims.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Randy Grellner, R-Cushing, and Sen. Julie McIntosh, R-Porter, on Wednesday criticized a new health privacy rule implemented by the Biden Administration, arguing it undermines parental rights and could have serious consequences for minor patients.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Chuck Hall, R-Perry, issued the following statement after two Logan County deputies were injured during an officer-involved shooting this afternoon.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Capitol was packed today with over 240 aviation students, representatives from 60 aerospace exhibitors and a strong contingent of active-duty military members and veterans who gathered for AERO Day.

Hosted annually, the event highlights Oklahoma’s booming aerospace industry, which stands as the state's second-largest economic driver.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt and Assistant Democratic Leader Carri Hicks issued the following statement after DOGE-OK identified $157 million in federal health grants for Oklahoma it claimed were unnecessary and are returning to the feder