A fourth generation Oklahoman from Pawhuska, Dave Hamby has more than three decades of award-winning communications experience, including for Oklahoma higher education institutions and business organizations. Before joining OK Policy, he oversaw external communications for Rogers State University and The University of Tulsa. He also has worked for Oklahoma State University and the Chamber of Commerce in Fort Smith, Arkansas. A graduate of OSU's journalism program, he was a newspaper reporter at the Southwest Times Record in Fort Smith. Dave joined OK Policy in October 2019.
By: Dave Hamby
January 22, 2026 // Updated: January 22, 2026
Triggered tax cuts are automatic reductions in tax rates when public revenue meets a fiscal target. Instead of lawmakers proposing legislation annually and voting on specific tax cuts, these triggers automatically lower tax rates — and revenue — when certain… Read more [More...]
By: Dave Hamby
January 20, 2026 // Updated: January 20, 2026
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...]
By: Dave Hamby
January 16, 2026 // Updated: January 16, 2026
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...]
By: Dave Hamby
January 12, 2026 // Updated: January 12, 2026
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...]
By: Dave Hamby
January 9, 2026 // Updated: January 9, 2026
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...]
By: Dave Hamby
January 5, 2026 // Updated: January 5, 2026
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...]
By: Dave Hamby
December 23, 2025 // Updated: December 23, 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...]
By: Dave Hamby
December 22, 2025 // Updated: December 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...]
By: Dave Hamby
December 19, 2025 // Updated: December 19, 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...]
By: Dave Hamby
December 18, 2025 // Updated: December 18, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re highlighting OK Policy’s most impactful publications of the year. From in-depth research and data-driven analysis to timely commentary grounded in community experience, these 10 pieces show how evidence-based policy can strengthen Oklahoma’s economy,… Read more [More...]
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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 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 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...]
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re highlighting OK Policy’s most impactful publications of the year. From in-depth research and data-driven analysis to timely commentary grounded in community experience, these 10 pieces show how evidence-based policy can strengthen Oklahoma’s economy,… Read more [More...]
