For the first time, Tulsa’s proposed annual operating budget has broken $1 billion. The state attorney general is warning people about phone scammers impersonating his office. Lawmakers in the Oklahoma House are preserving the state’s process for selecting state-level justices… at least for now. The NBA Playoffs start Sunday for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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Oklahoma lawmakers advance bill to restrict state dollars going to people without legal immigration status
The measure threatens to cut state funds to entities that “knowingly” serve Oklahomans without legal immigration status. And while it explicitly exempts healthcare providers, law enforcement and public schools, Hays failed to provide an example of any organization actively violating his measure that he would like to stop.
What to expect from Oklahoma lawmakers on healthcare in 2024
Abortion restrictions, the ongoing opioid crisis and access to mental healthcare are in focus this legislative session. Jillian Taylor is StateImpact Oklahoma’s health reporter, and spoke with managing editor Logan Layden about what to expect from lawmakers in 2024.
How would a personal income tax cut affect low, middle-income Oklahomans?
Lawmakers will convene for a special session Monday to discuss cutting the income tax. Low and middle-income Oklahomans will see marginal returns compared to their wealthiest neighbors.