Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following statements after new data showed a decline in lower- and middle-class families receiving the private school voucher, with an increase in wealthy families benefiting from the tax-funded program.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt has been recognized by the United Nations Association of Oklahoma City (UNA-OKC) as a 2026 Women of Impact honoree.

ADA — Sen. Jonathan Wingard, R-Ada, released the following statement after Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby announced his retirement.

“Governor Anoatubby has had a historic career serving the Chickasaw Nation and working to make Oklahoma a better place. His steady leadership helped transform the Chickasaw Nation into a major economic driver that has created jobs, improved access to health care and expanded educational opportunities here in Ada and across the state.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt issued the following statement after Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby announced his retirement. His resignation will be effective June 26, 2026, and Lt. Gov. Chris Anotubby will be sworn in as governor.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, today expressed concerns about a proposed Norman ordinance that would allow property owners to obtain permits for homeless encampments on private property, warning that the policy would discourage investment and undermine public confidence in one of Oklahoma's most important economic and educational centers.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today released the following statement after Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby announced his retirement.

FELT – Sen. Casey Murdock, R-Felt, urged Oklahomans to remain vigilant after the New World Screwworm was detected in the United States for the first time in decades.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of the New World Screwworm in Zavala County, Texas on Wednesday. This pest is an invasive species whose larvae infest the open wounds of livestock and other mammals.

New law extends foster care services from 18-to-21years old

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today applauded Governor Kevin Stitt for signing Senate Bill 1806, legislation extending foster care services from age 18-to- 21 to help provide stability and support for young adults transitioning into adulthood.