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We advance equitable & fiscally responsible policies leading to expanded opportunity for all Oklahomans through nonpartisan research, analysis & advocacy #okleg

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"The federal government’s use of tear gas and troops against protestors in LA should sound an alarm for residents in every state — including Oklahoma. These tactics may start in Los Angeles, but history tells us they won’t stay there." okpolicy.org/oklahomans-sho…

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“When families are doing everything right and kids are still struggling — the system, not the families, needs to change.” 📉 Oklahoma kids deserve better. #KIDSCOUNT #PolicyMatters #OKfuture journalrecord.com/2025/06/11/pol…

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This session, lawmakers did prevent further criminalization of homelessness — that’s a small win. But improving eviction protections? NOTHING passed. #OKLeg must do better. Read our full analysis of housing policy fails this legislative session: okpolicy.org/oklahomas-legi…

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NEW #CapitolUpdate: A new law (SB 870) requires anyone working in or around juvenile facilities in Oklahoma to report suspected misconduct — or face felony charges. Read more from former House Speaker Steve Lewis ⬇️ #SB870 #YouthJustice #OklahomaYouth okpolicy.org/sb-870-establi…

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#PolicyMatters: What happens when 15 million people lose Medicaid? – More ER visits – Closed rural hospitals – Lost jobs – Delayed care This isn’t just bad policy. It’s a manufactured crisis. #BigBeautifulBill #OklahomaHealth #Medicaid journalrecord.com/2025/06/18/okl…

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#CapitolUpdate: If wealth determines who walks free and who stays in jail, is that justice? Oklahoma’s cash bail system rewards money, not public safety. It's time for a better system. Steve Lewis breaks down how reform could look in this week's column: okpolicy.org/cash-bail-does…

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So what's next after the “No Kings” protests across the country and Oklahoma? For the folks who attended: You marched. You showed up. You made a statement. Now comes the part that doesn’t trend — turning action into real, lasting political change. journalrecord.com/2025/06/25/no-…

So what's next after the “No Kings” protests across the country and Oklahoma? For the folks who attended: You marched. You showed up. You made a statement. Now comes the part that doesn’t trend — turning action into real, lasting political change. journalrecord.com/2025/06/25/no-…
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Want to better understand how the federal reconciliation bill impacts the cost of health care, potential hospital closures, our country’s medical debt crisis, and more? Check out this explainer from Community Catalyst. youtu.be/d_srmW9o7U0?si…

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#CapitolUpdate 🚨 New lawsuit: Gov. Stitt’s business court law (SB 632) may violate multiple sections of Oklahoma’s constitution. From judicial appointments to access to justice — here’s what’s at stake. #BusinessCourts #SB632 #OKLeg okpolicy.org/lawsuit-challe…

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Who really benefits from Oklahoma’s latest tax cut? (Hint: It’s not most of us.) 💰 Wealthy households win big — while our schools and infrastructure lose. 📽️ Watch this explainer to get the facts. #OKPolicy #TaxFairness #OklahomaBudget #TaxCuts

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Patriotism means more than celebration — it means participation. Real patriots hold leaders accountable, demand fairness and keep striving for a more just America. #FourthOfJuly Read @shilohkantz’s #PolicyMatters column on what #TruePatriotism looks like: journalrecord.com/2025/07/02/tru…