The Latest in Oklahoma: September 6, 2024
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tive justices dissenting. The dispute centers on Title X, which bars using federal funds for abortion but allows requiring providers to offer neutral information. Oklahoma initially agreed to provide the hotline but reversed its stance after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022.
Oklahoma’s State Superintendent Ryan Walters directed schools to incorporate the Bible, Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Ten Commandments into classrooms, requiring a clear policy on teaching these materials. Districts have largely resisted, with 46 of 54 districts surveyed refusing to alter their curriculum, citing Oklahoma law that grants them control over instructional materials.
Oklahoma’s State Suppliers Expo is back and will be held on Sept. 25-26 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. This event connects businesses with state leaders, offering networking opportunities, breakout sessions, and insights into state purchasing processes. Highlights include a “State of Construction” breakfast, a “State of Technology” luncheon, and an Oklahoma Business Matchup for pre-registered companies. The expo aims to foster partnerships with local businesses and help them engage in state projects. Registration is open through Sept. 13.
Update on Interim Studies
Committees continue to organize interim studies in the House and Senate. Click the links to view House studies and Senate studies.
Upcoming November Election
Click the link for information regarding 2024 voter registration, and what to know before election day.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“It’s really a relationship between investing in our legacies and finding good fits for Oklahoma who can complement who we are and what we’re already good at,” Evan Brown, newly appointed director of the Oklahoma Office of Economic Development, Growth, and Expansion (EDGE), said. “When you invite someone to the state, they are investing in Oklahoma, they are investing in the community.”