Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma’s overall gun death rate increased by 27 percent from 2014 to 2023. Sen. Mary Boren, D-Norman, is urging Oklahomans to participate in Wear Orange Weekend on June 5 and 6, honoring people across the country affected by gun violence and advocating for change.

NORMAN – Sen. Lisa Standridge, R-Norman, is encouraging Oklahomans to stretch their legs on a newly renovated trail system at Lake Thunderbird State Park.

Standridge was among the speakers at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday at Lake Thunderbird to unveil nearly 14 miles of professionally reworked trails.

MCCURTAIN COUNTY, OK – Senator George Burns, R-Pollard, announced that a Southeastern Oklahoma natural gas pipeline project is moving forward following years of regional discussion and planning involving community leaders, utility companies, and economic development partners.

OKLAHOMA CITY — Sen. Lisa Standridge, R-Norman, issued the following statement today commending Gov. Kevin Stitt for expanding Operation SAFE (Swift Action for Families Everywhere) to clear a homeless encampment from state-owned property in Norman.

OKLAHOMA CITY – In a letter sent to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) this week, Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, expressed his formal opposition to a proposed generation facility in McCurtain County.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, was recently recognized as a Nuclear State Champion by Nuclear Matters, a branch of the Nuclear Energy Institute. Burns was selected for his leadership and commitment to advancing nuclear energy in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation that eliminates the state’s five-year manufacturer ad valorem tax exemption for solar generation and battery storage facilities has advanced to the governor’s desk. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, said she was honored to be named Senator of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterans Council. Each year, the Senate and House meet in a special joint session to honor Oklahoma’s military veterans.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, announced Senate Bill 933, known as the Right to Try for Individualized Treatments Act, has been signed into law. The measure expands access to individualized investigational treatments for eligible patients in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill modernizing Oklahoma’s college savings plan has been signed into law by the governor. Senate Bill 1989, by Sen. Nikki Nice, D-Oklahoma City, and Rep.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Roland Pederson, R-Burlington, applauded the signing of House Bill 3934, a new law intended to encourage dental professionals to choose Oklahoma and strengthen the dental workforce.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt said that although the 2026 legislative session included some good initiatives for helping more Oklahomans thrive, there were many more missed opportunities to put people over politics.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation to better support teachers and staff following the death of a spouse or child, including miscarriage, has become law. Senate Bill 1204, by Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City, and Rep.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, applauded Senate Bill 1644 becoming law, legislation she authored to designate Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS) as a reportable disease in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate Thursday, adjourned the Second Session of the 60^thLegislature sine die, marking the official end to this year’s Legislative Session. 

Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, said it was a successful year with meaningful laws passed and signed into law for all Oklahomans. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Tom Woods, R-Westville, released the following statement Thursday in response to misleading information circulating on social media referring to legislative action on HB 4423.  

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Bill 504 by Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, became law this week, officially prohibiting marriage in the state of Oklahoma before the age of 18.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Todd Gollihare, R-Kellyville, and House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, today applauded the unanimous Senate passage of Senate Bill 633, also known as Leo’s Law, legislation designed to strengthen protections for children who are exposed to the dangers of fentanyl.

The measure passed the Oklahoma Senate on a 47-0 vote and now goes to the governor for consideration.