Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY – As Oklahomans gathered at the state Capitol on Wednesday to enjoy a celebration of music, dance, food and advocacy during Hispanic Cultural Day, members of the Latino Caucus along with representatives of business, faith and other community leaders also met with Gov.

OKLAHOMA CITY- Senator Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, today secured final passage of Senate Bill 599, legislation that would make Oklahoma’s penalties for child sex offenders among the toughest in the nation.

OKLAHOMA CITY — Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, commented today on Gov. Kevin Stitt's signing of critical “Behind the Meter” legislation that will increase economic development across the state. 

Stitt signed Senator Green’s Senate Bill 480 into law on Wednesday. This measure, which is expected to generate billions in new private-sector investment, empowers businesses to develop and manage their own power and electric facilities.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Avery Frix, R-Muskogee, commended the Senate Business and Insurance Committee for voting to confirm the nomination of Jack Hodge to serve on the Oklahoma New Motor Vehicle Commission.

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.

OKLAHOMA CITY- The Oklahoma Legislature has officially approved Senate Bill 912, authored by Sen. Paul Rosino, R-Oklahoma City, marking a major step forward in the state’s efforts to position itself as a national leader in the space industry.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Legislative Latino Caucus is inviting the public to attend the ninth annual Hispanic Cultural Day at the state Capitol on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Sen.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, commended the Senate Education Committee for voting to confirm the nomination of Brian Lott of McAlester to serve a third term on the Board of Regents of Eastern Oklahoma State College.

Treaty Day 2025 will be held at the state Capitol on Tuesday, May 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., highlighting the importance of treaties in areas impacting all Oklahomans, from public safety to economic issues. The Oklahoma Native Caucus and Tribal Leaders organized the event.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Lisa Standridge, R-Norman, today issued the following statement after the Senate failed to bring House Bill 1220 up for a full chamber vote before Thursday's floor deadline.

HB 1220 would protect utility ratepayers by prohibiting municipalities from passing franchise fees or taxes related to the Winter Storm Uri securitization onto ratepayers. Standridge is the bill’s primary Senate author.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Avery Frix, R-Muskogee, released the following statement on the passing of Muskogee County District Attorney Larry Edwards.

OKLAHOMA CITY- Sen. Paul Rosino, R-Oklahoma City, issued the following statement after Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected Pope on Thursday.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Brian Guthrie, R-Bixby, introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 11 this week, expressing the intent of the Oklahoma Legislature to enact a 0.25% reduction to the individual income tax rate.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks has won full Senate approval for a bipartisan measure increasing access to rapid whole-genome sequencing (rWGS) for critically ill infants.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, recently welcomed members of Leadership LeFlore County to the State Capitol as part of their ongoing curriculum to develop the next generation of community and business leaders.

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OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, released the following statement in response to the governor’s veto of House Bill 1389.

Oklahoma City — The Senate LEAD Committee is recognizing the major impact of the 2025 Oklahoma Innovation Expansion Program (OIEP), which is driving strong returns for taxpayers and communities statewide.