Gov. Stitt can save Oklahoma millions through parole reform. Support staff pay raise and restoring cuts is key to improving Oklahoma’s schools. Controversial rule dropped from Health Care Authority agenda. Teacher raises advance in Oklahoma House with unanimous committee vote.
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By:
Gene Perry
February 13, 2019 // Updated: February 13, 2019
Cooper, Hamon continue youth movement on Oklahoma City Council. Voters keep late Edmond mayor on ballot for general election, select new Norman mayor. Voters OK school bond issues in Edmond, Norman. 30,000 Oklahoma teachers have left profession in the past 6 years, report shows. House leader promises additional funding for higher education.
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Plan would terminate health coverage over returned mail. Auditors tell prosecutors to send collection agency after unpaid fees. Coalition wants standard definition of possession with intent to distribute. Voters consider school bond issues, city council and mayor races.
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While Stitt seems more funding for parole board, his appointments could have more impact. County jail not safe for mental health court participants, judge says. Most prosecutors saw increase last year in forfeited cash and property, though total statewide seizures decreased. Oklahoma's final education budget could include more classroom spending than Gov. Stitt proposed.
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Stitt says business savvy, diversity are priorities in search for new OU regent. Gov. Kevin Stitt reaffirms pro-life stance, declaring 'life begins at conception' during Rose Day address. Permitless carry gun bill sails through Oklahoma committee. Medical marijuana working group to consider several outstanding issues. Bill aims to stop stalled trains at intersections.
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Stitt seeks more transparency for his own office funding. More clarity sought on where Stitt stands on Medicaid expansion. State Treasurer Randy McDaniel warns of economic slowdown. Criminal justice reform bill sees pushback from district attorneys.
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Delaying Pre-K would be a step back for Oklahoma’s children. Democratic agenda includes issues key to red rural Oklahoma. Annotating Stitt's 'State of the State' speech. Officials seek higher wages for all state employees.
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Stitt pushes flat agency appropriations, modest increase for education, money to savings. Oil and gas group vows to support Gov. Stitt’s state goals. No Time to Read: How the Oklahoma State Legislature does the impossible. Advocates say expanding Medicaid would greatly benefit Oklahoma children.
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Oklahoma's legislative leaders look for less fighting, more problem-solving in session that starts today. Growth figures for state budget expected to drop. New challenges, including a budget surplus, face the 2019 Legislature. Criminal justice reform coalition announces legislative agenda.
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