The Oklahoma House approved a $12.82 billion state budget and sent it to the governor, marking a relatively early agreement that could shorten the legislative session. The plan includes modest spending growth, with increased funding for public education, teacher pay...

Oklahoma Republican lawmakers unveiled a $12.8 billion state budget that aligns with Gov. Kevin Stitt’s priorities and aims to end the legislative session early. The plan includes major investments in a new long-term savings fund, Medicaid services, education,...

Oklahoma reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice requiring the state to share certain private voter information, including partial Social Security numbers and driver’s license details. The agreement follows a lawsuit over the state’s earlier refusal...

The Oklahoma Senate is advancing Senate Bill 1696, which would create a fund to help rural communities attract out-of-state residents through incentive programs. The bill allows towns to offer customized relocation packages, such as cash bonuses and local perks, with...

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt met with President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., to discuss who will fill the U.S. Senate seat expected to open if Senator Markwayne Mullin is confirmed as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Stitt said he plans to...

President Donald Trump announced that Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin will serve as the next Secretary of Homeland Security. Mullin will begin as acting secretary on March 31 while awaiting Senate confirmation. His appointment follows criticism of current Secretary...

Oklahoma Senate leaders have proposed a $254 million education spending plan that would redirect more than half of the projected $454 million in teacher retirement system contributions for fiscal year 2027. The plan would cap future retirement deposits at $200 million...

Gov. Kevin Stitt says he’s optimistic about Oklahoma’s $12.1 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, even though it’s nearly $650 million less than last year. He pointed to rising tax collections and nearly $3.7 billion in state savings as signs the economy remains...

 Governor Kevin Stitt used his final State of the State address to outline priorities for his last year in office, urging lawmakers to focus on long-term reforms rather than short-term politics. He called for major changes to Medicaid expansion, including sending a...

Former Oklahoma Rep. Ayshia “Ajay” Pittman pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges after an investigation found she submitted a forged cashier’s check to the Oklahoma Ethics Commission. She admitted to conspiracy, second-degree forgery, and violating the Oklahoma...