Senate Democratic Leader Kirt comments after Republicans announce their FY 2026 budget agreement

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt issued the following statement on Wednesday after the governor and Republican legislative leaders announced their budget plan for fiscal year 2026.

“Senate Democrats have consistently prioritized a bipartisan budget that solves real problems for Oklahomans – one that focuses on working families, not big companies and well-connected people. We’ve advocated for a budget that provides a great education for every student, not $50 million for vouchers with little to no oversight or accountability. We believe our budget should help make sure Oklahomans can see a doctor when they need one and not have to wait months for health care. We don’t believe this budget prioritizes people.” – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt, D-Oklahoma City. 

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For more information, contact:  Sen. Julia Kirt at 405-521-5636 or Julia.Kirt@oksenate.gov