Lonnie Paxton

As Oklahoma recovers from a massive wildfire outbreak in March, the governor has criticized the state Forestry Services’ response, and even mused about disbanding the division. State officials at the Forestry Services and beyond are pushing back.

A bill amended by Oklahoma House Speaker Kyle Hilbert passed through the House Education Oversight Committee Wednesday.

Oklahoma County Judge Brent Dishman tossed Rep. Andy Fugate’s lawsuit against Gov. Kevin Stitt Monday, saying the Del City Democrat lacks standing to sue the governor over his order mandating state employees cease all virtual work and return to their offices.

Oklahoma lawmakers are looking at an array of medical marijuana bills this upcoming session impacting those in the industry and consumers.

As the new year starts, so too does lawmaking. Leadership in both chambers established committees and their membership in December. They say the committees address the needs of Oklahomans early and thoroughly.

House Speaker-elect Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, wants input from Oklahomans on how their state government could be more efficient. The House launched an online portal this week in hopes of collecting that feedback.

Senate Pro Tem Designee Lonnie Paxton says his priorities are now those of his entire caucus, and during his first press conference with reporters as the chamber’s new leader, he talked about how he plans to move forward with a new crop of senators.

Oklahoma Senators sped through a gubernatorial confirmation and internal leadership vote Monday, but not without ensuring they condemn acts of political violence in light of a recent attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump.

Oklahoma senators will return to the Capitol Monday for another special session to elect the next Republican Senate leader and to approve a nomination to the Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents.

Oklahoma lawmakers have a state constitutionally-required deadline on May 28th, the end of their current session, to pass new legislative district maps.…