Governor Stitt shakes up Oklahoma State Board of Education, draws Walters' ire
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by Jamison Faught
4d ago
There's trouble in paradise, as they say. Gov. Stitt's latest education move has, to put it mildly, upset longtime ally State Superintendent Ryan Walters. Walters' typical, hyperbolic reaction is included underneath. Governor Stitt Shakes Up Oklahoma State Board of Education OKLAHOMA CITY (February 11, 2025) - Today, Governor Kevin Stitt named three new members to the Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE). The move comes after ongoing controversy at the Oklahoma State Department of Education and disappointing scores on the annual National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). Read mor ..read more
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Op-ed: Oklahoma must stop forcing students into DEI Classes
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by Jamison Faught
4d ago
Oklahoma Must Stop Forcing Students into DEI Classes  By Timothy K. Minella    President Donald Trump has demolished federal subsidies for radical “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) programming. But until state lawmakers in Oklahoma act as well, students will still be forced to take courses intended to indoctrinate them in the poisonous ideology behind DEI.   Oklahoma’s public universities are not immune from the destructive effects of DEI. In December 2023, Governor Kevin Stitt issued an executive order prohibiting discriminatory DEI programs at public univer ..read more
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State House committee passes "Bell to Bell, No Cell" bill
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by Jamison Faught
5d ago
House Passes "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Legislation Through First Oversight Committee OKLAHOMA CITY (Feb. 10th) – The House Education Oversight Committee today passed legislation that prohibits the use of cell phones by students during the school day. The legislation is the first bill to be heard and considered in the House's new two-tiered committee structure and is expected to be heard on the floor later this week. Read more ..read more
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Small: REINing in the government Goliath
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by Jamison Faught
6d ago
REINing in the government Goliath By Jonathan Small Oklahoma state government’s reach may seem insignificant compared to the gargantuan size of the federal government, but Oklahoma government still has tendrils reaching all segments of our economy. That’s why it is important for Oklahoma lawmakers to restrain government regulation at the state level even as President Trump does the same thing at the federal level. Read more ..read more
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Dr. Kevin Norwood files for House District 74 special election
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by Jamison Faught
1w ago
Community Leader & Longtime Youth Outreach Minister Dr. Kevin Norwood files for Open House District 74 seat Owasso, OK (Feb. 3rd) - Republican Dr. Kevin Norwood filed his candidacy papers to serve Oklahomans living in House District 74, a region which includes Tulsa County, portions of Rogers County and the entire City of Owasso. The Republican special primary election will take place on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  Read more ..read more
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Reactions to Oklahoma storm chasing license bill passing first State House committee vote
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by Jamison Faught
1w ago
Read also: Storm chaser licensing and regulation? These legislators want to see it happen. (January 31st, 2025) I'm going to put State Rep. Fetgatter's press release first, then follow up underneath with some comments of my own and from storm chasers on the legislation. Fetgatter Passes Storm Chasing Licensing Bill OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, on Tuesday passed a bill in committee that would allow professional storm chasers to obtain licensing through the state that will allow them special accommodations while they are tracking severe weather. Read more ..read more
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Sen. Burns files bill to designate Hugo Lake Park as State Park
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by Jamison Faught
1w ago
Burns Files Bill to Transfer Hugo Lake Park Properties OKLAHOMA CITY (Feb. 7th) – Sen. George Burns, R-Pollard, has introduced legislation to transfer the management and operation of Hugo Lake Park to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department. Senate Bill 121 proposes transferring all properties currently held for Hugo Lake Park to the department by January 1, 2026. The bill aims to designate Hugo Lake as an official state park, improving oversight, enhancing amenities, and streamlining management responsibilities to provide a better visitor experience. Read more ..read more
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Gov. Stitt launches Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK)
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by Jamison Faught
1w ago
Politics is a lot about riding trends, and the current trend in Republican circles is to cut government size, spending, and staffing.  Wait, haven't they all touted that for decades? Funny how so many seem to have forgotten about that until Donald Trump and Elon Musk crashed into DC this year. Anyway, better late than never, I suppose. Governor Stitt Announces the Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK) OKLAHOMA CITY (February 3, 2025) - Today, Governor Kevin Stitt issued Executive Order 2025-04, creating the Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK) within the Office of Manageme ..read more
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AFP-Oklahoma touts 2025 "Prosperity Across the Prairie" legislative agenda, backs Gov. Stitt's priorities
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by Jamison Faught
1w ago
AFP-Oklahoma Releases 2025 "Prosperity Across the Prairie" Legislative Agenda, Backing Gov. Stitt's Priorities OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (Feb. 3rd) - Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) released its 2025 "Prosperity Across the Prairie" legislative agenda today at the start of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature. Many of AFP-OK's priorities align with Governor Kevin Stitt's as stated in today's State of the State Address.  This year, AFP-OK will work closely with the governor and the state legislature to remove barriers to success and promote policies that will help all Oklahomans to thrive and ..read more
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Deevers pulls SB1017, moves forward with plans to improve student care, transparency, and parental rights
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by Jamison Faught
1w ago
Deevers Pulls SB1017, Moves Forward with Plans to Improve Student Care, Transparency, and Parental Rights OKLAHOMA CITY — Sen. Dusty Deevers, R-Elgin, remains unwavering in his commitment to ensuring Oklahoma's special education resources serve the students who need them. After hearing from parents, speech therapists, and education advocates, Deevers has pulled SB1017 while requesting an audit to ensure that school-based services are serving kids with disabilities efficiently and effectively. He also released the following statement. “Over the past several days, I have given extensive though ..read more
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