Weaver Files Bills to Provide COLA for First Responders

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, recently filed six pieces of legislation to provide a five percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for police officers, firefighters, and other public servants throughout the state. Weaver, the Senate’s Public Safety Committee Chair, emphasized the critical need for increased compensation for law enforcement and firefighters across the board, recognizing their tireless work and dedication to serving communities.

“As inflation continues to strain the budgets of hardworking families and retirees, it’s essential that we support those who put their lives on the line every day for our communities and our state,” Weaver said. “Providing this COLA will help ensure our public servants are properly compensated for their contributions to maintaining public safety and protecting Oklahomans.”  

Weaver’s bills include cost of living adjustments for those enrolled in six of the state’s retirement systems, including the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System and the Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System.

“The consideration of each of the bills will include an actuarial process, ensuring that the proposed adjustments are fiscally responsible and sustainable,” Weaver added.

Senate Bills 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 will be eligible for consideration in the 2025 legislative session, which begins Feb. 3.

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For more information, contact:

Sen. Darrell Weaver at 405-521-5569 or email Darrell.Weaver@oksenate.gov.