Oklahoma Policy Insititute (OK Policy) advances equitable and fiscally responsible policies that expand opportunity for all Oklahomans through non-partisan research, analysis, and advocacy.
What’s up this week at Oklahoma Policy Institute? The Weekly Wonk shares our most recent publications and other resources to help you stay informed about Oklahoma. Numbers of the Day and Policy Notes are from our daily news briefing, In… Read more [More...]
On Aug. 14, Gov. Kevin Stitt said that Oklahoma would again not be participating in a summer food program for hungry schoolchildren. In that announcement, his spokesperson suggested it was not necessary, in part, because "Governor Stitt delivered for families by signing the grocery tax elimination bill, saving Oklahomans an average of about $800 per year at the grocery store." Our fact check shows this is not true. [More...]
What’s up this week at Oklahoma Policy Institute? The Weekly Wonk shares our most recent publications and other resources to help you stay informed about Oklahoma. Numbers of the Day and Policy Notes are from our daily news briefing, In… Read more [More...]
What’s up this week at Oklahoma Policy Institute? The Weekly Wonk shares our most recent publications and other resources to help you stay informed about Oklahoma. Numbers of the Day and Policy Notes are from our daily news briefing, In… Read more [More...]
the state superintendent announced that the Oklahoma Department of Education would be issuing guidance to school districts to identify costs and resources associated with educating undocumented immigrant children. OK Policy wants to ensure that Oklahomans understand the historical context — see Plyler v Doe (1982) — about the right of every child in this country to receive a free, public education. [More...]
For more information about the SQ 832 ballot initiation that would raise Oklahoma’s minimum wage, visit OK Policy’s SQ 832 Information and Resources page.
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The minimum wage impacts more than just workers. Children, parents, and loved ones… Read more [More...]
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Economic Opportunity
High Poverty:
okpolicy.org/2022-census-data-oklahoma-remains-among-the-nations-poorest-states-policy-solutions-can-help-reverse-this-trend/#:~:text=%E2%80%93%20%E2%80%93%20%E2%80%93,$23%2C000%20or%20less%20in%202022
Low Pay and Affordable Housing:
okpolicy.org/a-job-isnt-enough-to-afford-housing-in-oklahoma/
[More on economic opportunity from OK Policy]
Voting and Elections
okpolicy.org/the-2022-midterms-reveal-our-democracy-is-still-inaccessible-to-many-oklahoma-voters/
[More on voting… Read more [More...]
For the 2024 KIDS COUNT® Data Book, Oklahoma ranked 46th overall for child well-being. The data show Oklahoma leaders must do more to position Oklahoma children and families for success. [More...]
Welcome to the Oklahoma Policy Institute’s annual legislative session wrap-up. Each year, we provide comprehensive summaries for each of our key policy areas. Learn about the major legislation introduced during the 2024 regular session with clear insights into the latest… Read more [More...]