Press Releases

OKLAHOMA CITY - Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, today applauded the signing of one of her key legislative priorities, creating the Oklahoma Local Food for Schools Program.

Senate Bill 985 establishes a framework to connect Oklahoma schools with locally produced agricultural products, helping schools incorporate fresher, Oklahoma-grown foods into student meals while supporting the state’s farmers, ranchers and food producers.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Jo Anna Dossett, D-Tulsa, and Rep. Kevin Norwood, R-Owasso, are celebrating the governor’s signing of Senate Bill 1290.

OKLAHOMA CITY – “This order is putting politics over people. Programs like SoonerCare already require applicants to provide proof of citizenship or immigration status.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Regina Goodwin issued the following statement honoring the life and service of Rep. Don Ross, D-Tulsa, who was elected to the House of Representatives in 1982 and retired in 2002. Ross passed on May 5, 2026.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks has received the Outstanding Legislator Award from the Oklahoma Education Association (OEA). Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, was honored for her advocacy of public education.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill protecting domestic violence victims from their abusers after those individuals are released on bail is making its way to the governor’s desk.

OKLAHOMA CITY – State Sen. Regina Goodwin, D-Tulsa, and Sen. Nikki Nice, D-Oklahoma City, issued the following comments in reaction to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down majority-minority House districts aimed at ensuring representation for minorities.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, has advanced to the governor’s desk legislation that would outlaw the distribution of abortion pills.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued statements Thursday after Senate passage of House Bill 1168, creating a felony based on the use of legal medication.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House of Representatives voted unanimously in favor of Senate Bill 2159 today to designate wheat as the State Crop of the State of Oklahoma. Having now cleared both chambers with unanimous support, the bill now advances to the governor’s desk for final review.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, issued the following statement after severe weather and likely tornadic storms on Tuesday damaged homes and businesses in Atoka and Pushmataha counties.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate today passed legislation from Sen. Chuck Hall, R-Perry, to crack down on fraud and identity theft by imposing harsher penalties for these crimes.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate today unanimously passed legislation from Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, to protect Oklahomans from higher utility costs as a result of the growing number of data centers across the state. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, issued the following statement on the passing of former Oklahoma State Regent and

OKLAHOMA CITY - Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today secured final Senate passage of House Bill 3151, legislation to increase the minimum number of school days for all public school districts, sending the measure to the governor’s desk for consideration.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Roland Pederson, R-Burlington, issued the following statement after a damaging tornado hit Enid Thursday evening, causing widespread destruction and numerous injuries. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate and House Democrats continue inviting the public to their Capitol Conversations series this coming Monday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m., in room 535 of the state Capitol. Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt said people of all ages and political interests are welcome to attend.

PONCA CITY – In the wake of recent severe weather in Ponca City, Newkirk, Braman and other parts of northern Oklahoma, Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, is urging residents to be wary of roofing contractors knocking on doors across Senate District 10.