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Gov. Kevin Stitt announces massive OHP cleanup operation, troopers recovered thousands of needles and other dangerous materials after overdose death sparks action 

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt announced that the Oklahoma Highway Patrol has completed cleanup efforts on state-owned property in Norman as part of Operation SAFE. According to state officials, troopers worked along the 200 block of South Reed Avenue following a recent overdose death…

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Gov. Stitt requests special audit of the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, cites concerns over significant budget growth and increased staffing levels in recent years 

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has requested a special audit of the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, citing concerns over significant budget growth and increased staffing levels in recent years. In a letter sent to State Auditor and Inspector Cindy Byrd, Stitt pointed to what he…

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Governor Stitt orders immediate halt to weatherization program after investigation reveals $663,000 in questionable spending and directs Attorney General to launch legal probe into CAAOKC 

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has instructed the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to immediately halt the weatherization program administered by the Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City, and Oklahoma and Canadian Counties, Inc (CAAOKC), following findings of significant mismanagement. The decision comes after a forensic…

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Medicaid fraud audit cooperation ordered for Oklahoma Attorney General as Gov. Stitt backs federal crackdown and calls separate audit request politically motivated 

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the state Attorney General to cooperate with a federal audit involving Medicaid Fraud Control Units, emphasizing efforts to prevent misuse of taxpayer dollars and strengthen oversight of Medicaid programs. The directive follows a letter referencing an audit…

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Oklahoma sees huge policy shift as Gov. Stitt signs major legislation package impacting health care and state government oversight while vetoing key bills 

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt signed a wide-ranging package of legislation into law while issuing vetoes on four bills, according to an official release outlining final action on multiple measures affecting education, public safety, health care, transportation, and state governance. The signed legislation spans dozens…

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Oklahoma school athletics face big shift after Gov. Stitt signs eligibility law increasing transparency with open meetings and removing automatic penalties for transferring students 

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has signed House Bill 2153 into law, a measure that changes how the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) handles student eligibility decisions and removes the automatic penalty period for student athletes who transfer schools. According to the legislation, OSSAA…

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Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says state needs “leaner government” after high-stakes veto fight, targets 400+ boards and commissions in major government overhaul push 

Lawton, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt said the final day of Oklahoma’s legislative session delivered a clear message that the state is ready for reform, accountability, and consolidation across hundreds of boards and commissions. In a statement released after Sine Die, the governor pointed to…

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“Oklahomans will now truly benefit from this relief,” Oklahoma governor responds quickly on fuel tax rule tied to possible Trump federal policy shift that could lower gas prices 

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt praised the Oklahoma Legislature for quickly advancing legislation aimed at preparing the state for potential changes to federal fuel tax policy under President Donald J. Trump. According to a statement from the governor, both chambers of the Legislature acted swiftly…

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Oklahoma Governor marks significant round of legislative decisions with sweeping laws expanding experimental health care access and changing schools, while blocking sentencing reform 

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has signed 20 bills into law while vetoing eight others, marking a significant round of legislative decisions affecting a wide range of state policies. Among the signed measures, SB 330 authorizes the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority to…