Jessica joined OK Policy as a Communications Associate in January 2018. A Mexican immigrant, she was a Clara Luper Scholar at Oklahoma City University where she obtained a B.A. in Political Science and Philosophy. Prior to joining OK Policy, Jessica worked at a digital marketing agency in Oklahoma City. She is an alumna of both the National Education for Women (N.E.W.) Leadership Institute (2013) and OK Policy's Summer Policy Institute (2015). In addition to her role at OK Policy, Jessica serves as a board member for Dream Action Oklahoma in OKC and communications director for Dream Alliance Oklahoma in Tulsa.
As legislative session winds down, Oklahoma lawmakers scramble to make budget deal. Stitt working on a health care plan, looking at agency reform, consolidation and use of federal funds. School choice at the heart of state ed board debate. Stitt's picks for State Board of Education to be considered Tuesday. [More...]
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. [More...]
Stitt expects to announce a budget early next week. OPEA asking for $2500 pay raise. Oklahoma conservative group challenges Medicaid expansion petition. Downing nomination for U.S. attorney goes to full Senate. [More...]
Mazzei confirmation hearing turns into budget showdown. With ‘unanswered’ questions, Oklahoma County jail trust vote in limbo. Could Oklahoma incarceration rates be affecting students in school? Expanded Oklahoma affordable housing tax credit to kick in Nov. 1. [More...]
Lawmakers remain divided over education budget. Oklahoma educators may soon teach about 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Oklahoma just passed a major licensing reform for individuals with criminal records. Special counsel to investigate allegations against state House member. [More...]
Donations to lawmakers keep flowing even as they vote on bills. How much do Oklahoma's tax incentives cost the state in revenue? Muskogee County debuts mental health court. Two criminal justice reform measures headed to governor. [More...]
How much does Oklahoma rely on court collections to fund government? Criminal justice reform advocates wary of ex-legislator. Oklahoma House Asks for Review on 4% Cost-of-Living Adjustment for State Retirees. [More...]
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. [More...]
Judge: State’s $270 million Purdue Pharma settlement does not apply to cities, counties. Oklahoma improves economic strength. Oklahoma County jail getting hotter as pipe repairs knock out air conditioning. Stitt unveils criminal justice reform wish list. [More...]
Poor health: OHA president links state’s low ranking to lack of insurance. Oklahoma governor appoints 5 to Board of Corrections. Bail reform bill still alive in Legislature. Stitt vetoes bills on hunting, #oklaed, public workers. [More...]
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As legislative session winds down, Oklahoma lawmakers scramble to make budget deal. Stitt working on a health care plan, looking at agency reform, consolidation and use of federal funds. School choice at the heart of state ed board debate. Stitt's picks for State Board of Education to be considered Tuesday. [More...]
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. [More...]
