Oklahoma’s Office of Juvenile Affairs is requesting an $11.8 million budget increase, largely to address staffing, safety, and treatment needs at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center.

Rep. Rick West again proposes requiring voters to approve any future legislative pay raises. The plan targets transparency and accountability.

Emergency Management, Attorney General, and state drug bureau among agencies seeking major funding increases for facilities and operations.

Rep. Molly Jenkins requests a legal review into whether the Legislative Compensation Board violated Oklahoma’s Open Meeting Act in approving lawmaker pay hikes.

Oklahoma lawmakers are preparing bills to address rising home and auto insurance rates, including rate review powers and transparency for consumers.

Rep Forrest Bennett leaves District 92 seat to lead AFL-CIO, shifting his focus to union priorities and statewide worker advocacy.

State lawmakers consider early voting expansion to reduce six-hour wait times seen during the 2024 presidential election.

Lawmakers study how to lower or eliminate state park entrance fees. Tourism officials suggest TSET funding could support healthier outdoor recreation.

State Senator Paul Rosino says cost concerns remain the biggest barrier to seatbelts on Oklahoma school buses, but others argue student safety should come first.

Oklahoma legislators will examine cat and dog overpopulation, its impact on shelters and communities, and potential solutions during an interim study at the Capitol. Public comments invited. Discover Teaser: Oklahoma targets pet overpopulation—public invited to weigh in