Stitt Signs Strong Readers Act Overhaul Into Law
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has signed a major overhaul of the state’s Strong Readers Act, aiming to improve early literacy and ensure more… 0
“Bell to Bell” Cell Phone School Ban Wins Senate Approval
The Oklahoma Senate has approved legislation to make permanent a policy restricting student cellphone use during the school day. In a 41-5 vote,… 0
House Moves Reading Overhaul Bill Forward
The Oklahoma House has approved sweeping legislation aimed at improving student literacy and strengthening the state’s Strong Readers Act. Senate Bill 1778, authored… 0
House Advances Parental Choice Tax Credit Expansion
The Oklahoma House advanced legislation to expand the state’s Parental Choice Tax Credit program. House Bill 3705 increases the annual cap on the… 0
Strong Reader’s Act Overhaul Moves Forward in Oklahoma House
An Oklahoma House committee has unanimously advanced legislation aimed at improving student literacy by strengthening the state’s Strong Reader’s Act. Senate Bill 1778… 0
Oklahoma Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan Caucus to Support Regional Universities
A group of Oklahoma lawmakers has formed a new bipartisan caucus aimed at supporting the state’s regional university system and its role in… 0
OICA: Early Budget Agreement Mostly Good for State’s Children
By Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy CEO Joe Dorman OKLAHOMA CITY – Gov. Kevin Stitt and Republican leaders from the state Legislature announced… 0
Pugh Receives Higher Education Distinguished Service Award
Oklahoma Senator Adam Pugh has been recognized by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education with the Distinguished Service Award for his work… 0
Bashore School Abuse Reporting Bill Wins Unanimous House Approval
A bill requiring schools to report abuse allegations directly to law enforcement within 24 hours has passed the House with unanimous support. House… 0
Oklahoma House, Senate Advance Separate Reading Reform Measures
Both chambers of the Oklahoma Legislature are moving forward with proposals aimed at improving early literacy and ensuring more students are reading at… 0