Author: Dave Hamby

Dave Hamby // dhamby@okpolicy.org

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.

Recent Articles

In The Know: First look at FY 26 budget numbers | Gov. appoints former counsel as district judge | Proposed OSDE rule change concerns open records advocates

By: Dave Hamby
December 23, 2024 // Updated: December 23, 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...]

In The Know: Canoo closes local facilities, furloughs employees | OSDE unveils new social study standards with Biblical emphasis | Gov. ends telework options for state employees

By: Dave Hamby
December 20, 2024 // Updated: December 20, 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...]

Join Our Team as a Regional Organizer, Southwest Region (Winter 2025)

By: Dave Hamby
December 19, 2024 // Updated: January 6, 2025
Regional Organizers support OK Policy in the development and implementation of virtual and community-based advocacy actions that further policy goals. [More...]

In The Know: AG says OK County should be immune for ignoring OKC zoning for new jail | Historic Black towns are part of state’s history | Mass deportations likely won’t ease housing crisis

By: Dave Hamby
December 16, 2024 // Updated: December 16, 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...]

Weekly Wonk: New laws could expand dental coverage in Oklahoma | Senate names committee chairs | Government works best when we work together

By: Dave Hamby
December 13, 2024 // Updated: December 13, 2024
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...]

In The Know: Fact-checking claims on undocumented immigrants in Oklahoma | Rep. resigning to join Tulsa mayor’s staff | State officials oppose new federal transmission corridor | New housing initiative in Tulsa

By: Dave Hamby
// Updated: December 13, 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...]

In The Know: Turnpike tolls to increase 15% in January | State housing agency faces $8 million shortfall | Oklahoma parole on rise

By: Dave Hamby
December 11, 2024 // Updated: December 11, 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...]

In The Know: AG asks Supreme Court to pass on religious charter case | State Supreme Court refuses to stop Hiett from voting in Corp. Comms. cases | Capitol Update

By: Dave Hamby
December 10, 2024 // Updated: December 10, 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...]

In The Know: New legislative leaders want to see revenue projections before talking tax cuts | Rising construction costs likely to increase tolls | Dental therapy can provide essential services in underserved areas

By: Dave Hamby
December 9, 2024 // Updated: December 9, 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...]

In The Know: State appellate court decision cuts Tribal jurisdiction | OKC officer charged with felony for assaulting man during traffic stop | Is Oklahoma pro-family values? Data suggest otherwise

By: Dave Hamby
December 6, 2024 // Updated: December 6, 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...]