Controversy Over Political Website
The Oklahoma Democratic Party is calling on an investigation by the IRS of Oklahoma Labor Commissioner Mark Costello and his website “Parity in Oklahoma”
Considering New Liquor Laws
A task force of lawmakers and business leaders held their first task force Monday on to look at the possibility of allowing grocery stores to carry wine and high-point beer.
DHS Supervisor in Deal Case Officially Fired
A former Department of Human Services supervisor in the case of 5-year-old Serenity Deal who died last June says there are systemic problems with the agency.
Oklahoma and the New Health Care Law
Oklahoma lawmakers held their first joint task force on the Federal Health Care Law which was passed by Congress last year.
Reducing Recidivism in OK
A national expert on criminal justice reform comes to Oklahoma to discuss ways to reduce recidivism in state prisons.
Accused Lawmakers Seek Immunity
The State Supreme Court is looking into a case which would allow lawmakers to be immune from felony prosecution while performing legislative duties.
Construction Projects Ready if Jobs Bill Passes
The State Secretary of Transportation says he is ready to go with construction projects if the President’s job bill moves through Congress.
New Commissioners to Oversee DHS
Governor Fallin is appointing a former prosecutor and a local businessman to the commission overseeing the Department of Human Services.
Looking at Quality Jobs Tax Credits
The State legislature is looking into tax credits for the Quality Jobs Program.
A Congressman’s Stance on Transportation
President Obama’s scheduled to announce a plan to get Americans back to work on Thursday, and its expected to include money for roads and bridges. Across Washington, there’s broad consensus the work is needed, but a plan from an Oklahoma Congressman wants to change how projects make it from proposal to pavement.
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