Author: Hana Saad

Hana Saad // hsaad@okpolicy.org

Hana Saad joined OK Policy in August 2022 as the Communications and Operations Fellow. She graduated from the University of Tulsa with degrees in Media Studies and English and is part of Phi Beta Kappa, an academic honor society. At TU, Hana regularly wrote for The Collegian and was the Co-Editor of the Stylus Journal of Art and Writing. She also serves on the team at Puppy Haven Rescue to help in their mission of saving rescue dogs across Oklahoma. Hana is eager to learn more about public policy in Oklahoma and use her skills to support the OKP work to build a more equitable state. In her free time, she loves to read fiction and poetry, walk her dog, and make copious cups of tea.

Recent Articles

In The Know: Budget moving as session deadline looms | U.S. Supreme Court decision threatens to erode longstanding tribal protections | Policy Matters | More

By: Hana Saad
May 25, 2023 // Updated: May 25, 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 agree on $12.9B budget | Bill would set lawmaker oversight on federal ed grants | Good public policy should serve all Oklahomans

By: Hana Saad
May 24, 2023 // Updated: May 24, 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: Major policy moves through the #OKLeg in the final week of the session | State boycott on financial institutions is “inconsistent” | Capitol Update

By: Hana Saad
May 23, 2023 // Updated: May 28, 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: State budget expected this week | Tribal-state compact renewals spark political fight | New Mexican consulate opens | More

By: Hana Saad
May 22, 2023 // Updated: May 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...]

Weekly Wonk: Everyday Oklahomans still waiting for inflation relief | Economic development efforts | Money for nothing

By: Hana Saad
May 20, 2023 // Updated: May 20, 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: Oklahoma halts enforcement of gender-affirming care ban | Lawmakers discuss overriding governor’s veto of OETA funding | More

By: Hana Saad
May 19, 2023 // Updated: May 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...]

In The Know: Oklahoma lawmakers call special budget session | What’s in the ‘landmark’ education package? | Policy Matters: Everyday Oklahomans still waiting for inflation relief

By: Hana Saad
May 18, 2023 // Updated: May 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: Lawmakers calling for extra time for budget | How will proposed teacher raises compare with other states | Lawmakers reject ‘intelligence bill’

By: Hana Saad
May 17, 2023 // Updated: May 17, 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...]

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023 Resource Guide

By: Hana Saad
May 16, 2023 // Updated: May 19, 2023
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This month, we celebrate and uplift the achievements, contributions, and rich heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).  Representing more than 40 countries and ethnic groups as well as 100… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Education deal: School funding, teacher pay and private school tax credits | New law should reduce cost-related warrants | Capitol Update | More

By: Hana Saad
// Updated: May 16, 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...]