OKLAHOMA CITY – A measure modifying the eviction time has passed both legislative chambers and is now on the governor’s desk. Rep. Daniel Pae, R-Lawton, carried Senate Bill 128, which adds five days to the amount of time between the summons delivery date and eviction hearing date. The bill also requires a summons to be…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Key legislation to eliminate an archaic state law that forces retailers to add a 6% markup to everyday consumer goods is one step closer to the governor’s desk. The Unfair Sales Act – legislation from Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, and House Majority Deputy Floor Leader Steve Bashore, R-Miami –…
Friday, May 16, is the last day to apply for voter registration to be eligible to vote on the June 10, Special General Election for State Representatives Districts 71 and 74 Tulsa County Election Board Secretary Gwen Freeman said today. Freeman said that persons who are United States Citizens, residents of Oklahoma, and at least…
A student group linked to antisemitism nationwide is urging Oklahoma officials to prevent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from enforcing immigration law on Oklahoma campuses. After 12 foreign students in Oklahoma reportedly had their visas revoked by the Trump administration, Students for Justice In Palestine (SJP) released a statement claiming the 12 students “were…
The Oklahoma State University A&M Board of Regents voted last Friday to appoint Dr. Jim Hess as the 20th president of Oklahoma State University. The board’s decision, which removes the interim title Hess has held since February, appoints Hess to a three year term and came during its regular meeting at Oklahoma Panhandle State University…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Tom Gann, R-Inola, today commented on the governor’s signing of House Bill 1103, which requires the Oklahoma Transportation Commission to notify a previous property owner if the land they sold to the Commission is going to be offered for sale. “This was a constituent request bill,” Gann said. “This person experienced…
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday approved legislation from Sen. David Bullard, R-Durant, aimed at prohibiting obscene adult performances on public property or in any location where minors could be present. House Bill 1217 makes it illegal for a person to engage in an adult performance that includes obscene, sexual material in…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, advanced House Bill 1592 to create a new crime of organized retail crime (ORC), which is defined by multiple elements that indicate the presence of criminal organizations. This business-driven legislation responds to the increasing threat posed by organized theft rings to Oklahoma’s retailers and economy. Weaver, who chairs…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Key legislation to eliminate an archaic state law that forces retailers to add a 6% markup to everyday consumer goods is one step closer to the governor’s desk. The Unfair Sales Act – legislation from Senate Majority Floor Leader Julie Daniels, R-Bartlesville, and House Majority Deputy Floor Leader Steve Bashore, R-Miami –…
STILLWATER, Okla. – In conjunction with the 50th anniversary celebration of “Oklahoma Gardening,” middle and high school youth from across the state are invited to participate in a fun and friendly gardening contest. Who/What: While “Oklahoma Gardening” reflects on its roots, the show also focuses on the future and celebrates the next generation of green…