Voters need to see the whole movie, not just the final scene

Three out of four Oklahoma voters didn’t vote in June’s primary. In the August runoff, four out of five stayed home. With so many not participating, blaming voters alone misses the point. Oklahomans should ask: What are we doing, or… Read more [More...]

What’s on the ballot for the November 3, 2026 elections in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma voters will head to the polls for a statewide general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Here’s an overview of what’s on the ballot, and you can find your sample ballots and polling place through the Oklahoma Election Board’s… Read more [More...]

State Question 847 – Changing assessment caps for property tax

State Question 847 would lower Oklahoma’s assessment caps for property taxes beginning in 2027. These caps limit how much a property’s assessed value can increase each year for tax purposes; property taxes are calculated on this assessed value. [More...]

Vote no on SQ 844 and SQ 846: Protect Oklahoma’s Constitution

On August 25, all Oklahoma voters can help decide on two proposed changes to the state Constitution. Even if you are registered as an independent or don’t have a candidate on your primary runoff ballot, you can still vote on… Read more [More...]

Know what’s on your ballot before you vote | SQ 844 & SQ 846 Town Hall

The Aug. 25 election is your chance to help shape Oklahoma’s future. Before you head to the polls, join the Oklahoma Policy Institute for a free, nonpartisan town hall that will explain the statewide ballot measures and answer your questions.… Read more [More...]

What’s on the ballot for the August 25, 2026 elections in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma voters will head to the polls for a statewide election on August 25, 2026. Here’s an overview of what’s on the ballot, and you can find your sample ballots and polling place through the Oklahoma Election Board’s OK Voter… Read more [More...]

Fact Sheet for SQ 846: Voter ID Requirement Amendment

SQ 846 changes the Oklahoma Constitution to require proof of identity for all voting methods; lawmakers are responsible for setting the rules for what counts as proof. SQ 846 will be on the ballot statewide on August 25, 2026.  [More...]

Fact Sheet for SQ 844: Amending Certain Tax Revenue Reimbursements

SQ 844 would allow the Legislature to change how it reimburses local schools and communities for certain manufacturing property tax exemptions. • Download a copy of OK Policy’s SQ 844 Fact Sheet • Watch our SQ 844 explainer video  State… Read more [More...]

Fact sheet for State Question 832: Increasing Oklahoma’s minimum wage

• Download a PDF of this fact sheet • Read OK Policy’s information and resources about SQ 832 State Question 832 will be on the ballot on June 16, 2026. The gist State Question 832 would raise the minimum wage… Read more [More...]

Immigrants power Oklahoma’s economy. State Question 832 can ensure they earn fair wages. 

• SQ 832: Information and Resources • What you need to know about the minimum wage in Oklahoma Like all Oklahomans, immigrants face ever-rising costs of living. Yet wages have not kept pace, and unique challenges around immigration status often… Read more [More...]