Gene Perry worked for OK Policy from 2011 to 2019. He is a native Oklahoman and a citizen of the Cherokee Nation. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a B.A. in history and an M.A. in journalism.
By: Gene Perry
February 12, 2019 // Updated: February 27, 2019
It's a new year, a new Legislature, a new governor, and many new bills that could have a big impact on Oklahomans' lives. In this episode, Gene Perry talks to OK Policy's Executive Director David Blatt and Policy Director Carly Putnam about the big issues we're keeping an eye on this year related to the state budget, taxes, and health care. In a future episode, we'll talk about other bills we're tracking related to education, criminal justice, and economic opportunity. [More...]
By: Gene Perry
February 8, 2019 // Updated: February 8, 2019
TULSA, OK (February 8, 2019) –Oklahoma Policy Institute (OK Policy) is now accepting applications for the 2019-2021 class of Mental Health Policy Fellows. This fellowship program is designed to prepare early-career professionals to become highly competent advocates for impactful policy… Read more [More...]
By: Gene Perry
February 4, 2019 // Updated: May 2, 2019
Oklahoma's 2019 legislative session kicks off at noon today. OK Policy provides numerous tools and well-researched information to help you follow what's happening and advocate for better policies in the Legislature. [More...]
By: Gene Perry
January 31, 2019 // Updated: May 2, 2019
Whether you are a veteran advocate, a complete novice to Oklahoma politics, or anyone in between, the 2019 Legislative Primer will provide you invaluable information in a concise, user-friendly format. [More...]
By: Gene Perry
January 23, 2019 // Updated: January 26, 2020
Note: The application period for our 2019 communications internships has closed. Visit our Jobs & Internship page for updates.
OK Policy is now accepting applications for a paid, part-time communications internship in our Tulsa office. The internship runs from late-February… Read more [More...]
By: Gene Perry
January 21, 2019 // Updated: January 21, 2019
Oklahoma Policy Institute released the following statement to commemorate 2019 Martin Luther King Day:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is honored today for his inspirational leadership challenging segregation, white supremacy, and poverty. He was a champion for all Americans who… Read more [More...]
By: Gene Perry
January 14, 2019 // Updated: January 19, 2019
For Immediate Release: January 14, 2019
As the 2019 Oklahoma legislative session nears, a new governor and many newly elected lawmakers are preparing to take on the challenge of funding Oklahoma’s core services. On January 24th in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma… Read more [More...]
By: Gene Perry
December 19, 2018 // Updated: December 19, 2018
Oklahoma Policy Institute released the following statement on the new revenue certifications projecting $612 million growth in what lawmakers may appropriate in next year’s budget:
The healthy revenue growth projected by Oklahoma officials gives lawmakers an opportunity to undo some… Read more [More...]
By: Gene Perry
December 14, 2018 // Updated: December 14, 2018
Oklahoma Policy Institute released the following statement on Congress’s passage this week of a new Farm Bill:
OK Policy applauds the U.S. Congress on their passage of the Farm Bill this week. In particular, we say thank you to all… Read more [More...]
By: Gene Perry
November 26, 2018 // Updated: January 19, 2019
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the Oklahoma Policy Institute. Click here to subscribe to In The Know and see past editions.
In The Know… Read more [More...]
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It's a new year, a new Legislature, a new governor, and many new bills that could have a big impact on Oklahomans' lives. In this episode, Gene Perry talks to OK Policy's Executive Director David Blatt and Policy Director Carly Putnam about the big issues we're keeping an eye on this year related to the state budget, taxes, and health care. In a future episode, we'll talk about other bills we're tracking related to education, criminal justice, and economic opportunity. [More...]
TULSA, OK (February 8, 2019) –Oklahoma Policy Institute (OK Policy) is now accepting applications for the 2019-2021 class of Mental Health Policy Fellows. This fellowship program is designed to prepare early-career professionals to become highly competent advocates for impactful policy… Read more [More...]
Oklahoma's 2019 legislative session kicks off at noon today. OK Policy provides numerous tools and well-researched information to help you follow what's happening and advocate for better policies in the Legislature. [More...]
Whether you are a veteran advocate, a complete novice to Oklahoma politics, or anyone in between, the 2019 Legislative Primer will provide you invaluable information in a concise, user-friendly format. [More...]
Note: The application period for our 2019 communications internships has closed. Visit our Jobs & Internship page for updates.
OK Policy is now accepting applications for a paid, part-time communications internship in our Tulsa office. The internship runs from late-February… Read more [More...]
Oklahoma Policy Institute released the following statement to commemorate 2019 Martin Luther King Day:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is honored today for his inspirational leadership challenging segregation, white supremacy, and poverty. He was a champion for all Americans who… Read more [More...]
Oklahoma Policy Institute released the following statement on the new revenue certifications projecting $612 million growth in what lawmakers may appropriate in next year’s budget:
The healthy revenue growth projected by Oklahoma officials gives lawmakers an opportunity to undo some… Read more [More...]
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the Oklahoma Policy Institute. Click here to subscribe to In The Know and see past editions.
In The Know… Read more [More...]
