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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gene Perry
May 3, 2019 // Updated: May 3, 2019
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Stitt ‘circled the troops’ on criminal justice reform, but details murky. OKC senator to decline Gov. Stitt's education board picks over philosophical differences. Competing studies to look at Oklahoma state retirees' pensions. Statehouses, not the sun, drive solar energy gaps.
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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.
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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.
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