Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Casey Murdock, R-Felt, has secured final passage of legislation to make hospital pricing more transparent, reinforcing executive actions taken by President Donald Trump to shine a light on health care costs and make medical care more affordable.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill protecting the privacy rights of incarcerated women has been signed into law by Governor Kevin Stitt.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Micheal Bergstrom, the Senate’s Administrative Rules Committee Chair, and Rep. Gerrid Kendrix, the House Administrative Rules Chair, secured final legislative approval for a slate of bills aimed at reducing regulations and restoring legislative oversight of Oklahoma’s administrative rules process.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The third annual Hmong Day was held at the State Capitol on May 15, hosted in partnership with the Hmong American Association of Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Shane Jett, R-Shawnee, joined award-winning Cheyenne Arapaho artist Nathan Pratt on Tuesday, May 13, for the unveiling of his “Firewheel” Pendleton blanket prototype at the Oklahoma State Capitol.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A group of Oklahoma City metro high school students has been honored by the Oklahoma Senate for not only earning their high school diplomas but also completing a significant part of their college education.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation from Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, to recruit more foster families to serve the thousands of Oklahoma children in need of loving foster homes has become law.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislation introduced by Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, to repeal a state law requiring retailers to apply a 6% markup on many consumer goods is just one step away from becoming law.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, secured final legislative approval for Senate Bill 1083 Thursday. The measure aims to protect Oklahoma consumers from fraudulent activity at digital asset kiosks, such as cryptocurrency ATMs or bitcoin ATMs.

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.