Author: Dave Hamby

Dave Hamby // dhamby@okpolicy.org

David Hamby has more than 25 years of experience as an award-winning communicator, including overseeing communication programs for Oklahoma higher education institutions and other organizations. Before joining OK Policy, he was director of public relations for Rogers State University where he managed the school’s external communication programs and served as a member of the president’s leadership team. He served in a similar communications role for five years at the University of Tulsa. He also has worked in communications roles at Oklahoma State University and the Fort Smith Chamber of Commerce in Arkansas. He joined OK Policy in October 2019.

Recent Articles

In The Know: Oklahoma declines to participate in summer food program for children | Estimate set for FY25 budget | Restoring the Oklahoma Standard

By: Dave Hamby
January 3, 2024 // Updated: January 3, 2024
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. Some stories included here are behind paywall or require subscription. OK Policy encourages the support… Read more [More...]

Weekly Wonk: 2023 in Review | Equalization board sets FY2025 budget estimate | Restoring the Oklahoma Standard | More

By: Dave Hamby
December 30, 2023 // Updated: December 30, 2023
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...]

Weekly Wonk: One simple trick to help the economy | Revisiting single-family zoning | Media literacy | Capitol Update

By: Dave Hamby
December 23, 2023 // Updated: December 23, 2023
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: Tensions rise after altercation between Okmulgee jailer, Lighthorse police | Walters, Board of Ed sued over gender rules | Lawmakers need proof that vouchers work before expanding

By: Dave Hamby
December 22, 2023 // Updated: December 22, 2023
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. Some stories included here are behind paywall or require subscription. OK Policy encourages the support… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Lawmakers consider increasing voucher funds | These Oklahomans needed mental health care, but died in jail | One simple trick to help small businesses

By: Dave Hamby
December 18, 2023 // Updated: December 19, 2023
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. Some stories included here are behind paywall or require subscription. OK Policy encourages the support… Read more [More...]

Weekly Wonk: Oklahomans best served by investments, not continued revenue cuts | Budget transparency pledge is step in right direction | Getting Oklahomans connected to health care

By: Dave Hamby
December 16, 2023 // Updated: December 16, 2023
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: School districts report unusual delay in receiving federal funds | Making Black Wall Street a national monument | Ending single-family zoning can help close housing gap

By: Dave Hamby
December 15, 2023 // Updated: December 18, 2023
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. Some stories included here are behind paywall or require subscription. OK Policy encourages the support… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Gov. bans state funds for DEI | Are public officials using Signal app breaking open records law? | Budget transparency pledge is step in right direction

By: Dave Hamby
December 14, 2023 // Updated: December 14, 2023
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. Some stories included here are behind paywall or require subscription. OK Policy encourages the support… Read more [More...]

As SoonerCare renewals continue, it’s vital to connect to health care

By: Dave Hamby
December 11, 2023 // Updated: December 13, 2023
As health care rules change following the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) has been working to help Oklahomans who receive health insurance through SoonerCare/Medicaid keep their insurance.  But for many individuals, action… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Okla. Supreme Court hears Tribal compact arguments | 30,000 families apply for vouchers in rollout’s first few minutes | State should invest, not cut taxes, to thrive

By: Dave Hamby
// Updated: December 11, 2023
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. Some stories included here are behind paywall or require subscription. OK Policy encourages the support… Read more [More...]