One criminal justice reform moves before sine die, others stall. Oklahoma lawmakers end early, give new governor policy wins. Attorney general's office says Medicaid expansion petition flawed but fixable.
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SB 252 bail reform bill fails in Oklahoma House. Oklahoma County Commissioners establish jail trust in unanimous vote. Budget does not include money for treatment and mental health programs mandated by voters. Bill to curb 4-day school weeks sent to Oklahoma governor.
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OHCA reluctantly approves ‘returned mail’ rule. Oklahoma Senate passes $8.1 billion state spending plan. Optometrists given right to practice in retail establishments. Senate approves bill protecting state revenues from oil and gas volatility.
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‘Paid first to the State Treasury’: #okleg moves bill on AG settlements. Oklahoma Senate passes bill to effectively restore five-day school weeks. ‘A compromise by all parties’: Workers’ comp update advances. Gov. Kevin Stitt forms panel on criminal justice reform.
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By:
Gene Perry
May 20, 2019 // Updated: May 20, 2019
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Oklahoma Health Care Authority resuscitates controversial rule to check Medicaid eligibility by mail. Dean Joseph Harroz Jr., former OU general counsel, named interim president. Budget bills advance in Oklahoma Legislature. Bill to make SQ780 reforms retroactive back on track.
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Budget deal: The full list of new #okleg appropriations. Budget deal includes teacher pay raise. DOC ‘getting closer’ to acquiring device necessary to carry out executions, director says. Oklahoma County a step closer to finalizing jail trust.
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More legislators become lobbyists. Despite opposition, ed board appointees advance. Oklahoma lawmakers feud over state employee raises. Legislature approves change in online sales tax collections.
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Dueling budget pressers show 'rough waters before the agreement'. After spat, Senate advances Mike Mazzei nomination. Oklahoma revenue continues growth, but warning signs ahead. Governor signs bill changing liquor distribution rules.
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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.
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