Stitt seeks to block City of Tulsa agreement with Muscogee Creek Nation
Governor Kevin Stitt has initiated legal action to prevent the City of Tulsa from entering into a law enforcement agreement with the Muscogee Creek Nation.
Aug 22, 2025•6 min
Capitol Insider
A discussion of the week's news from Oklahoma's State Capitol between KGOU Public Radio's Dick Pryor and Quorum Call's Shawn Ashley, plus interviews with newsmakers. You can also watch Capitol Insider on YouTube.
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Oklahoma 'test' to vet teacher candidates from out of state raises concerns
A new "qualifications" test for out of state teachers hoping to gain certification to teach in Oklahoma triggers legal scrutiny as Oklahoma teacher shortage continues.
Aug 15, 2025•6 min
U.S. jobs report stuns, but Oklahoma economy shows encouraging signs
Tariffs, inflation and job growth remain a national economic concern, but new data indicate healthy economy in Oklahoma, says economist Dr. Robert Dauffenbach.
Aug 08, 2025•10 min
Allegations against Ryan Walters lead to investigation, accusations
State Superintendent Ryan Walters denies allegations about images of nude women on office television; accuses Governor Stitt of coordinating allegations against him.
Aug 01, 2025•6 min
Walters runs into resistance from State Board of Education members
State Board of Education members pushed back against recent decisions made by State Superintendent Ryan Walters during their latest board meeting.
Jul 25, 2025•6 min
Supreme Court delays implementation of business courts law
A new law is on hold after the Oklahoma Supreme Court heard arguments about the proposed creation of new Oklahoma courts to handle business litigation.
Jul 18, 2025•6 min
State of Oklahoma revenues show slight increase in last 12 months
New figures from the State Treasurer's Office show an increase in revenue for fiscal year 2025, fueled by individual income tax collections.
Jul 11, 2025•6 min
Oklahoma film industry continues to grow
Oklahoma's film industry is seeing the results of an enhanced film and TV tax rebate, with gains in number of in-state productions and economic benefits to communities.
Jul 04, 2025•8 min
Executive order targets food additives and fluoride to improve health
As Governor Kevin Stitt welcomed U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., he announced a new executive order to "Make Oklahoma Healthy Again."
Jun 27, 2025•6 min
Reviewing the 2025 Oklahoma Legislative Session
The first regular session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature is now in the books, with final work concluded by the governor's office.
Jun 20, 2025•6 min
Funding delay could affect State Historic Preservation Office
A division of the Oklahoma Historical Society is facing an uncertain budget future and potential layoffs due to delays in receiving federal funding.
Jun 14, 2025•8 min
Stitt calls recently completed legislative session 'amazing'
Governor Kevin Stitt has declared the 2025 Legislative Session the best of his seven years in office as lawmakers deliver on many of governor's priorities.
Jun 06, 2025•6 min
Tumultuous final hours as lawmakers conclude 2025 Legislative Session
Oklahoma lawmakers went down to the wire to complete their work in the 2025 legislative session - ending on the final day the Constitution allows.
May 30, 2025•6 min
Lawmakers send budget and tax cut agreement to Governor Stitt
Legislators pushing toward the end of the legislative session send to governor a state appropriations and tax cut agreement and bill changing how citizens can make laws.
May 23, 2025•6 min
Lawmakers and governor reach state budget deal
With just a couple of weeks remaining in the legislative session, budget negotiators have reached agreement on a deal to fund state government in Fiscal Year 2026.
May 16, 2025•6 min
State budget writers going down to the wire in legislative session
Just three weeks remain in the 2025 legislative session, and time is running short to negotiate, write and pass the state budget for Fiscal Year 2026.
May 09, 2025•6 min
Governor signs bills entering last month of the legislative session
Legislators are now sending bills to Governor Kevin Stitt for his consideration. We discuss how that process works as the legislative session moves into its final month.
May 02, 2025•6 min
Lawmakers question new state education social studies standards
New state social studies standards are being reviewed by members of the Oklahoma legislature, many of whom are critical of the process and the content.
Apr 25, 2025•6 min
First bill makes its way to Gov. Stitt's desk, many more advance
It was a busy week at the legislature as the first bill of the session made it to the governor’s desk and a lot of bills moved forward.
Apr 25, 2025•6 min
Individual income tax reduction plan moves closer to reality
The Senate has sent to the House of Representatives a bill that would ratchet down the state's individual income tax rate over a period of years.
Apr 11, 2025•6 min
Oklahoma forestry department under fire from governor
Governor Kevin Stitt questions the need for a state forestry division after a serious wildfire outbreak swept through Oklahoma in March.
Apr 04, 2025•5 min
Lawmakers push forward more than 700 bills by deadline
At roughly the halfway point of the legislative session, Oklahoma lawmakers have more than 700 bills and the state budget left to consider.
Mar 28, 2025•6 min
Oklahoma economy outpaces federal economic outlook for 2025
Dr. Robert Dauffenbach sees a strong Oklahoma economy for the year ahead, but uncertainty and the large federal deficit cloud the national economic outlook.
Mar 21, 2025•8 min
Bills advancing through legislature raise legal concerns
Bills regarding chemical castration of sex offenders and enhanced criminal penalties for undocumented immigrants have sparked heated debate over constitutionality.
Mar 14, 2025•6 min
State officials call for agency audit over budget concerns
State agency draws fire for a shortfall in its budget for the current fiscal year.
Mar 07, 2025•5 min
State Board of Education approves new social studies standards
Updated state school social studies standards, with significant increase in references to religion, are approved by State Board of Education and sent to the legislature.
Feb 28, 2025•6 min
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