“You can’t pick and choose who the law applies to based on race,” Gov. Stitt responds to Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling involving tribal settlement deal
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Supreme Court has rejected a settlement agreement involving the City of Tulsa and the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, a decision Governor Kevin Stitt says restores proper law enforcement authority in the city. Governor Kevin Stitt said the ruling voids an agreement that…
Mother reached out to Oklahoma Highway Patrol after crash involving her children, says “small gesture made a huge impact during a very stressful situation”
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is recognizing one of its troopers after a family shared a message of gratitude following a recent traffic crash. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Whitney S. wrote to the agency praising Trooper Austin Martin for his professionalism and…
Gov. Stitt reacts to crash that killed four, praises OHP troopers for their response and says suspect will be removed from the country
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt said he is “very proud” of Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers for their swift response following a deadly wrong-way DUI crash on Interstate 40 that killed four young students near Czech Hall Road in Canadian County. The governor made the…
Governor Kevin Stitt reacts to chaotic anti-ICE protests in New Jersey, defends law enforcement response and says “we don’t tolerate this behavior in Oklahoma”
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt issued a public statement emphasizing support for law enforcement and warning against unlawful protest activity following reports of violent unrest connected to anti-ICE demonstrations in Newark, New Jersey. Stitt’s comments came after Fox News reported that anti-immigration enforcement protests outside…
“Kids need the opportunity to chase their American Dreams,” Governor Kevin Stitt moves to eliminate student cell phones from Oklahoma schools in sweeping new policy
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has signed a new law establishing a permanent statewide “Bell to Bell, No Cell” policy aimed at removing student cell phone use from Oklahoma classrooms during the school day. The legislation requires school districts across Oklahoma to adopt policies that…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers assist multiple law enforcement agencies in locating and saving young girl connected to Texas non-custodial kidnapping suspect
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) reported that troopers assisted multiple law enforcement agencies in locating and apprehending a non-custodial kidnapping suspect connected to an incident originating in Smith County, Texas. According to OHP, the Texas U.S. Marshals Service notified Oklahoma authorities that the…
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…
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…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers visit elementary students for safety education and community outreach
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol recently visited an elementary classroom in Moore as part of a community outreach event focused on traffic safety and student engagement. According to officials, Lieutenant Heat Ragland along with Troopers Wright, McAlister, and Edsel met with students in Amy…
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…
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…
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…
