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ODOC to purchase Lawton Correctional Facility, last privately operated prison

2 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

ODOC to purchase Lawton Correctional Facility, take over operations July 25OKLAHOMA CITY (June 5th) – The Oklahoma Department of Corrections has officially entered an agreement to purchase the Lawton Correctional Facility from The GEO Group. ODOC will assume operational control on July 25, a major milestone in strengthening the agency’s transformative presence.
Stitt names retired Admiral Slavonic as interim Mental Health commissioner

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

Governor Stitt names Retired Rear Admiral Gregory Slavonic as Interim Commissioner of Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesOKLAHOMA CITY (June 3, 2025) -Today, Governor Kevin Stitt named Retired Rear Admiral Gregory Slavonic as Interim Commissioner of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). This comes after the Legislature voted to remove the Governor’s previous appointee in a late-night vote.
State Treasurer Todd Russ announces campaign for re-election

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

State Treasurer Todd Russ Announces Re-Election Bid(Wednesday, June 4th, 2025) State Treasurer Todd Russ announced today that he is running for a second term in 2026. Russ, a Republican, was elected in 2022 with 65 percent of the vote, sweeping all 77 counties.
Gov. Stitt, local leaders tout major new industrial park in Chickasha

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

Governor Stitt, Chickasha leaders Celebrate Largest Private Investment in City History with Announcement of New Industrial Park and Power Generation Joint VentureOKLAHOMA CITY (June 5, 2025) -Today, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt joined local leaders in Chickasha to unveil plans for a major new industrial park and power generation initiative— projects representing the largest single private investment in the city’s history.
OCPA column: A successful session

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

A successful sessionBy Jonathan SmallThe 2025 legislative session has provided many policy wins for Oklahomans, and it is evidence of the intentional efforts by lawmakers to pass meaningful reforms. The success of this session owes much to the leadership of Gov. Kevin Stitt, House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, and Senate Pro Tempore Lonnie Paxton, as well as the hard work of many lawmakers.
Governor Stitt celebrates legislative session policy wins, including tax cut

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

Governor Stitt Celebrates Session WinsOKLAHOMA CITY (May 30, 2025) - Today, Governor Kevin Stitt celebrated a successful end to the legislative session. He signed multiple policy priorities into law, including a quarter point personal income tax reduction and a plan to eliminate the income tax for all Oklahomans. He signed business-friendly priorities including “Behind-the-Meter” and business courts.
Rep. Rick West: "Just Say No" (to lobbyist money)

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

Just Say NoBy Rep. Rick West (R-Heavener)Back in the 1980s, then-First Lady Nancy Reagan popularized the phrase "Just Say No" as part of an anti-drug campaign. I kind of feel like bringing that back at the Legislature, but in this case pertaining to lobbyists. Never have I been more convinced that my decision to just say no to lobbyists' or political action committee money was the right move. It's one of the best decisions I've made since I've been in politics.
Rep. Hays: 'A Call for Fairness in Municipal Public Policy'

3 weeks ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

A Call for Fairness in Municipal Public PolicyBy State Representative Neil Hays (R, HD-13)As communities across the country work to balance budgets, fund essential services, and attract the businesses that drive innovation and job creation, it’s time for local governments to rethink their approach to public policy.
Legislature approves $4M to help relocate USS Batfish

1 month ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

After five years of languishing following the 2019 Arkansas River flood, the USS Batfish finally has some good news: OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE APPROVES $4 MILLION TO RELOCATE USS BATFISHOklahoma City, OK (May 29, 2025) - One of America’s most decorated World War II submarines—and a beloved Oklahoma landmark—is one step closer to safe harbor. On May 22, the Oklahoma Legislature approved HB2794, allocating $4 million in FY26 funding to the USS Batfish.
US Senate approves Lankford bill establishing National Monument in North Tulsa

1 month ago | muskogeepolitico.com | Jamison Faught

Senate Approves Lankford Bill Establishing National Monument in North TulsaWASHINGTON, DC (May 23rd) – Thursday, the United States Senate approved the Historic Greenwood District—Black Wall Street National Monument Establishment Act by unanimous consent. The legislation will designate as a national monument the Historic Greenwood District of North Tulsa, Oklahoma, where the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre took place.