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Oklahoma Political Wire


INSIGHTS INTO OKLAHOMA'S POLITICAL ARENA
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STATEMENT: Pae, Gise Speak on SNAP Updates
OKLAHOMA CITY – Reps. Daniel Pae, R-Lawton, and Emily Gise, R-Oklahoma City, today provided an update on the potential distribution of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November. Federal officials with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have notified states that, without congressional action to approve additional funding, SNAP benefits could be delayed or reduced beginning November 1st. Pae and Gise, who lead the House Health and Human Servi
4 hours ago
Energy modernization is key to keeping Oklahoma at the forefront
Rep. Ross Ford Oklahoma doesn’t just produce energy, we are energy. From oil fields to wind farms, from natural gas pipelines to solar arrays, our state has become the model for how multiple sources of power can drive a modern economy. Leadership does not arrive by chance; it is built deliberately, step by step. To stay competitive on the world stage, Oklahoma must continue investing in its energy infrastructure to keep pace with both today’s challenges and tomorrow’s technol
4 days ago
Blancett conducts interim study on dark money in Oklahoma elections
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Meloyde Blancett, D-Tulsa, conducted an interim study on the use of dark money in Oklahoma elections. The study focused on the use of dark money in Oklahoma elections and the challenges the use of dark money brings, recent examples of dark money use in Oklahoma elections, and court-tested opportunities for the Oklahoma campaign finance system to be tightened and more transparent. “I think our constituents are tired of being bombarded by anonymous ads, te
6 days ago
‘Isn’t that wonderful?’: Intergenerational programs combat loneliness, create purpose for seniors
Research shows the model can benefit multiple generations by bringing them together to participate in ongoing, mutually beneficial...
Oct 9


Oklahoma Supreme Court finds ‘business courts’ bill unconstitutional
In a five-justice majority opinion released Tuesday afternoon, the Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled that “several aspects of Senate Bill 632 ...
Oct 8
Archer Leads Study on OCC Efficiency and Partnership with Oil & Gas
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma House Energy Committee this week heard a study, led by Chair Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, examining the...
Oct 8


Oklahoma Political Wire Panel: Energy, Innovation, and Opportunity
Oklahoma is at the center of some of the most important conversations about energy, technology, and economic growth in the U.S. On...
Sep 24
Elk City Rep. Nick Archer Elected Energy Council Leader
Oklahoma Lawmaker Takes International Energy Leadership Role Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, has been elected vice chair of The Energy...
Sep 22
Mike Waters Announces Campaign for Oklahoma House District 35
Former Sheriff, Rancher, and Veteran Advocate Announces Campaign to Protect Communities, Strengthen Education, and Defend Rural Values...
Sep 15
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