Author: Annie Taylor

Annie Taylor // ataylor@okpolicy.org

Annie Taylor joined OK Policy as a Digital Communications Associate/Storybanker in April 2022. She studied journalism and mass communication at the University of Oklahoma, and was a member of the Native American Journalists Association. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications from the University of Central Oklahoma. While pursuing her degree, she worked in restaurant and retail management, as well as freelance copywriting and digital content production. Annie is an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation, and holds a deep reverence for storytelling in the digital age. She was born and raised in southeast Oklahoma, and now lives in Oklahoma City with her dog, Melvin.

Recent Articles

Weekly Wonk: Anti-immigration raids harm all communities | Black health in Oklahoma | Gov’s quiet about-face on cost of his tax cut | Who opened the door for you on your life’s journey?

By: Annie Taylor
February 22, 2025 // Updated: February 21, 2025
This Week from OK Policy Anti-immigration raids harm all communities (Commentary): As the new administration issued a flurry of executive orders during its first weeks in power, many of the actions have specifically targeted immigrants and negatively impacted many community… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma business leaders turning against Ryan Walters | Sports bills advance | #OKLeg Valentines

By: Annie Taylor
February 14, 2025 // Updated: February 14, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Gov. shakes up state school board | Traffic stop scheme nets Texas County DA’s office millions | Tuesday’s election results

By: Annie Taylor
February 12, 2025 // Updated: February 12, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: What is DOGE-OK? What to know about Gov. Stitt’s budget, legislative plans | Oklahoma lawmakers cast doubt on Ed. Dept. budget requests | House advances controversial bill giving storm chasers emergency vehicle status

By: Annie Taylor
February 5, 2025 // Updated: February 5, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Governor renews calls to cut, eliminate personal income tax. How would it impact Oklahomans? | Lawmakers questions state superintendent’s priorities | Staying engaged this legislative session

By: Annie Taylor
January 30, 2025 // Updated: January 30, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Judge temporarily blocks grant freeze that jeopardizes billions of federal dollars for Oklahoma | OSDE board approves controversial rule changes | New report shows state’s academic results stagnant

By: Annie Taylor
January 29, 2025 // Updated: January 29, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: U.S. Supreme Court orders case review for Oklahoma’s only woman on death row | Mental health, criminal justice, and more bills to watch this session | Proposed legislation could help modernize state’s justice system

By: Annie Taylor
January 22, 2025 // Updated: January 22, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: State superintendent sues feds over immigration policies | Proposed anti-immigrant law would invalidate driver’s licenses granted in other states | Who will run against AG Drummond for governor?

By: Annie Taylor
January 15, 2025 // Updated: January 15, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: #OKLeg officially elects chamber leaders | House lawmakers limit access in women’s restroom to ‘biological females’ | Would legislative involvement improve state budget projections?

By: Annie Taylor
January 8, 2025 // Updated: January 8, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: State education department proposes rules to require students to prove legal immigration status | Marijuana regulatory agency hears feedback on rule changes | The best of 2024

By: Annie Taylor
December 18, 2024 // Updated: December 18, 2024
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]