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Bill limiting virtual learning closer to becoming Oklahoma law
The Oklahoma State Senate's effort to limit virtual education in schools is succeeding in the state legislature.
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Grading Oklahoma schools on chronic absenteeism challenged
A bill that seeks to eliminate chronic absenteeism from the grading of Oklahoma schools unanimously passed the Oklahoma State Senate on Monday.
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Bill clarifying workers’ comp liability passes Oklahoma Senate
A bill that clarifies liability for workers' compensation cases involving contractors passed the Oklahoma State Senate floor this week.
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Oklahoma lawmakers pursuing flat state income tax
A bill to simplify Oklahoma's tax code by establishing a flat income tax is making progress in the Oklahoma State Senate.
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Oklahoma Legislature takes big steps toward banning in-school cell phone use
The Oklahoma House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to prohibit cell phone use in public schools, a major step in the growing movement to get students more focused on school work.
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‘Oklahoma Forward’ plan to boost economy, protect families unveiled
Oklahoma Forward, a plan to revitalize Oklahoma's economy, enhance education, grow the workforce and protect Oklahoma families, was unveiled in the Oklahoma State Senate on Tuesday.
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Oklahoma Senate business committee aims for child care reform, reduced unemployment tax
The Oklahoma State Senate's Business & Insurance Committee has ambitious plans for the upcoming legislative session, including reducing the higher end of the unemployment tax and helping make child care more available.
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Paxton officially becomes Oklahoma Senate president pro tempore
Sen. Lonnie Paxton was officially named the Oklahoma State's president pro tempore on Tuesday.
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EXCLUSIVE: New Oklahoma Senate Democratic leader talks education, income tax and childcare
New Oklahoma Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt spoke with us about a wide range of issues, including education, work opportunities, child care, tax cuts and bipartisanship.
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New pro tem-elect appoints leaders to Oklahoma State Senate committees
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) – Senate President Pro Tempore-elect Lonnie Paxton is continuing to set the stage for the 60th Oklahoma Legislature, appointing Senate committee…