Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY- The Legislative Evaluation and Development (LEAD) Committee held its first meeting Wednesday. The committee was formed through Senate Bill 1447, authored by Edmond Republicans Sen. Kristen Thompson and Rep. Mike Osburn in the 2024 legislative session. The inaugural meeting was hosted by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, where members were briefed on upcoming agency projects.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A new legislative oversight committee examining economic development proposals held its first meeting on Wednesday. Sen. Julia Kirt, D-Oklahoma City, was one of 10 lawmakers appointed to serve on the new bipartisan, bicameral Legislative Evaluation and Development (LEAD) Committee.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Council of State Governments has announced that Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, has been chosen to participate in the 2024 CSG Henry Toll Fellowship. Bringing together 49 individuals representing 34 states and U.S.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, has announced his strong opposition to the proposed hydroelectric power plant along the Kiamichi River in Pushmataha County.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, has announced his strong opposition to the proposed hydroelectric power plant along the Kiamichi River in Pushmataha County.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A ceremonial bill signing was held at the Capitol on Wednesday for legislation honoring Sgt. Meagan Burke, an Oklahoma City police officer killed in the line of duty. Sen. Michael Brooks, D-Oklahoma City, was principal Senate author of the legislation naming a bridge in southwest Oklahoma City in her memory. Rep. Chris Kannady, R-Oklahoma City was principal House author.