Governor Kevin Stitt joined 52 governors in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and the U.S. Department of Defense opposing Legislative Proposal 480, which would weaken Governors’ legitimate authority over National Guard assets, threatening military readiness and operational efficiency of their units
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, the letter reads, in part: “For over a century, Title 10 and Title 32 of U.S.C. have upheld gubernatorial authority over the National Guard. National Guard assets are critical components of states’ and territories’ responses to crises….
The Parks and Recreation Department has initiated Phase I of the City park upgrades, aimed at revitalizing all City parks
Lawton, OK – According to the city officials, this initial phase will focus on nine parks and is projected to span the next six to seven months. Gray Warr Park is receiving a complete renovation, including the installation of a new parking lot and equipment….
Governor Stitt announced the recommendations from his Task Force on Campaign Finance and Election Threats
Lawton, OK – According to the statement, the Task Force studied Oklahoma’s ethics regulations and election administration, gathering data, reviewing case law, and conducting interviews to determine what changes are necessary to ensure the state’s elections are secure. The Task Force recommends the Legislature, Election…
Governor Stitt announced his participation in the National Governors Association’s Disagree Better initiative, state officials say
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, alongside the Chairman of Special Olympics, Tim Shriver, Governor Stitt will begin a campaign to promote healthy disagreement. NGA’s Disagree Better initiative recognizes that despite the political polarization in the United States, we can work through our…
Governor Stitt vetoed Senate Bill 1196 and released following statement explaining his veto
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Stitt vetoed Senate Bill 1196 and released following statement explaining his veto: “This legislation is unnecessary because the law is already clear: The Governor can choose his cabinet from among the agency directors. It was clear…
Governor Kevin Stitt delivered his State of the State address to Oklahoma’s 59th Legislature
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Stitt outlined his priorities for the 2024 regular legislative session, focusing on making Oklahoma the most business friendly state in the nation, limiting the growth of government by cutting taxes, expanding education freedom, and reinforcing public…
Gov. Stitt announced the receipt of the highly anticipated Modernized Operations through Data and Evidence-based Restoration Now Justice Task Force report
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, the culmination of months of dedicated work by a diverse group of stakeholders, the report is a first-of-its-kind intensive review of Oklahoma’s jails and provides 15 policy recommendations to address public safety, jail populations, recidivism, and cost-effectiveness…
Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement regarding the Senate’s unwillingness to vote on tax cuts
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement: “All I asked was for Senator Treat to put a quarter-point tax cut up for a vote. The Senate is refusing to do what 65% of Oklahomans support: cutting taxes. If…
Gov. Stitt announced the new commissioner for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Lawton, OK – According to the statement, Allie Friesen has worked as the Director of Clinical Programs in Behavioral Health at INTEGRIS since 2020, developing effective and evidence-based practices across their healthcare system. In her role, she developed and implemented initiatives to improve access to…
ODOT crews are reporting slick spots in much of Eastern Oklahoma and the Tulsa metro area Tuesday morning
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, motorists are advised to plan extra travel time, give space to other vehicles and use caution, especially on bridges and interstate ramps. With temperatures falling tonight, motorists are reminded that refreezing of slick spots could occur on…
Bidding is underway in an online auction of Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation surplus vehicles and equipment, officials say
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, potential bidders can view and bid on auction items at purplewave.com/auction/240130. The Wildlife Department annually auctions surplus vehicles and equipment to the public. For this event, the Department has 40 vehicles, agricultural equipment, trailers, electronics, and various…
The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is entering into a cooperative agreement with USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service under the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Grant Program
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, more than $6.3 million is available in competitive grant funding for projects designed to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Arthur anticipates the program to increase supply chain resiliency. The…
