Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY- Senator Paul Rosino, R-Oklahoma City, served as a panelist on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) during the 2025 National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Legislative Summit, held in Boston, Massachusetts.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoma City, and Rep. Ellen Pogemiller, D-Oklahoma City, are urging Oklahomans to speak out against proposed Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) changes to the way public schools are graded for the state’s A-F report cards – changes they say would continue to punish schools for things they cannot control, like the ongoing teacher shortage.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Mark Mann, D-Oklahoman City, issued the following statement honoring the life and mourning the passing of former Governor George Nigh on Wednesday.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt issued the following statement on the passing of former Governor George Nigh.

OKLAHOMA CITY - Senator Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, today issued the following statement on the passing of former Governor George Nigh, reflecting on his impactful leadership as both a statesman and president of the University of Central Oklahoma, located in Edmond.

OKLAHOMA CITY - Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today released the following statement after the passing of former Oklahoma Governor George Nigh. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Ally Seifried, R-Claremore, and Rep. Chad Caldwell, R-Enid, will host a joint interim study in the coming months to explore when it’s appropriate for schools to introduce technology into classrooms.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, and Senator Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, today released the following statements regarding the potential investigation surrounding the incident in Superintendent Ryan Walters’ office during the Oklahoma State Board of Education’s executive session.

Pro Tem Paxton and Senator Pugh said the investigation inquiry is being led by OMES and leadership at the agency is working through proper channels to initiate the investigation. 

OKLAHOMA CITY– Senator Dusty Deevers, R-Elgin, announced Wednesday a partnership with Senator Shane Jett, R-Shawnee, on an interim study regarding property taxes in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, has been honored for her work promoting policies important to the development of young children throughout the state. The Oklahoma Association for the Education of Young Children (OKAEYC) has recognized Hicks with their Friend of Young Children Award.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today released the following statement after the passing of Bob Funk. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Spencer Kern, R-Duncan, received a perfect score on the State Chamber Research Foundation’s Prosperity Tracker Legislative Scorecard, reflecting his commitment to supporting pro-growth policies.

OKLAHOMA CITY— Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, recently visited the Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Center. During her visit, she toured the facility, met with staff, and spoke with several veteran residents.

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus have adopted a resolution urging state and local leaders in Oklahoma to follow the U.S. Constitution and treat immigrants with fairness, respect, and humanity.

Oklahoma City – Today, Senator Christi Gillespie (R–Broken Arrow) and Senator Mark Mann (D-Oklahoma City) announced the launch of a bipartisan interim study on “Municipal Funding Stabilization,” approved by Senate President Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton for the 2025 Legislative Interim and assigned to the Local & County Government Committee.

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate President Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, has approved a series of interim study requests that will be considered during the Oklahoma Senate’s interim period.

Interim studies have been assigned to relevant Senate committees and will be scheduled at the discretion of each committee chair. All approved studies must be completed by October 31.