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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Education Feb 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The Oklahoma Ag and the Classroom Program.
- This program provides resources to Oklahoma teachers that are aligned with Oklahoma academic standards
- This program provides resources to Oklahoma teachers that are aligned with Oklahoma academic standards
- Do you know which school district has the largest FFA program in the state of Oklahoma?"
- And I will point out some Oklahoma-based companies.
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee considered a long agenda of education-related bills, with most measures receiving unanimous or near-unanimous support. Early actions included passage of SB 843, which allows certain rural schools with low average daily membership to hire teachers related to board members in the second degree, and SB 1733, which requires schools to report child sexual abuse allegations to law enforcement within 24 hours before conducting their own investigation. The committee also advanced SB 1476, a Commissioners of the Land Office cleanup bill that makes land exchange approvals permissive, updates terminology, and expands permanent school fund investment options to include private equity and private credit; members questioned CLO staff about appraisals, notices, ethics, and audits before voting it out 11-0.
A major portion of the meeting focused on SB 1237, the Teacher Bill of Rights, which would codify various teacher protections involving religious expression, discipline, planning time, workplace safety, and due process. Senators raised extensive questions about religious symbols, prayer, Bible use, classroom discipline, and whether some provisions were already in law; the author said the bill was intended to protect teachers and improve recruitment and retention. Despite concerns that some language was vague or duplicative, the bill passed 7-4. The committee also passed SB 1410 to codify the Ag in the Classroom program after deleting a section that would have increased a license plate fee, and SB 1894, which would remove the five-year cap on professional development hours for certain teacher training, though the title was struck for further work.
Later, the committee approved SB 1272 to raise the income cap for the Oklahoma Tuition Equalization Grant, SB 1204 to provide three days of bereavement leave for education employees after the loss of a spouse or child, including miscarriage, and SB 1721 to extend the sunset of the Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education. It also passed SB 1725 on higher-education expressive activity and free speech training, SB 1735 giving CareerTech sole authority over its accreditation, SB 1337 establishing paid paternity leave for education employees, SB 1339 codifying funding for the 2023 teacher pay raise for off-formula districts, SB 1461 extending the OETA sunset to 2031, and SB 1975 centralizing notice of AP testing locations. Several bills drew brief discussion about fiscal impact, local control, and retention benefits, and the committee adjourned after noting one agenda item had been laid over.
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Transcript Highlights:
- Constitution, known as the Supremacy Clause, holds that the Constitution and laws of the United States
- Constitution and federal law constitute the supreme law of the land.
- Constitution and federal law constitute the supreme law of the land.
- So simply removing, for Oklahoma at the time, removing the word Sharia would not have fixed the constitutional
- The United States Constitution and the Idaho Constitution make it very clear that they are intending
Summary:
The Senate convened with 33 members present, heard prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior day’s journal, and received communications including a temporary substitute appointment for Legislative District 20. The chamber also received several committee reports and House messages, and welcomed numerous guests, including Idaho Farm Bureau members and other visitors in the gallery.
The Senate acted on several gubernatorial appointments and memorials. It adopted committee reports confirming Brett Thomas to the Idaho Health Insurance Exchange Board, Erica Malman to the Idaho Personnel Commission, Michael Kennedy to the Idaho Judicial Council, and Representative John Weber to the State Insurance Fund Board. It also adopted House Joint Memorial 10, which urged federal officials to favor sugar over artificial sweeteners in school nutrition standards, with supporters arguing it promoted real food and Idaho’s sugar industry.
The main floor debate centered on Senate Bill 1233, the “Constitutional Courts Act,” which would bar state courts from enforcing or applying religious or cultural law that does not conform to the U.S. and Idaho constitutions. Supporters said it protected constitutional supremacy and religious neutrality, while opponents argued it was unnecessary, legally risky, and potentially targeted religious law in a way that could invite constitutional challenges. After roll call, the bill failed by a vote of 15 ayes to 19 nays, with one absent and excused, and was filed in the Secretary’s office.
The Senate also introduced and referred a slate of new bills, including measures on transportation, veterans, state employment, public employee retirement, accessory dwelling units, religious land development, housing covenants, and the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit. The chamber then moved to miscellaneous business, heard a few final announcements and introductions, and adjourned until 11 a.m. on February 12, 2026.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Swearing-in Ceremony for Representative-Elect Sam Wargin Grimaldo Jun 26th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma, and that I will not knowingly receive
- So help me God. ...obey and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the
- This is a big step forward for my community, our community in South Oklahoma City, and so I don't want
- Oklahoma City, and so I don't want to take it lightly. This is not a small thing for me.
- In a community like South Oklahoma City that is so disengaged in the political realm, City that is so
Summary:
Representative Melissa Provenzano opened the ceremony by welcoming family, community members, and legislators, and introducing the swearing-in of Sam Wargin Grimaldo as the incoming representative for House District 92. The oath of office was administered, with Grimaldo pledging to support the U.S. and Oklahoma constitutions and faithfully discharge his duties as state representative.
In remarks after the oath, Grimaldo thanked his family and supporters and described the moment as a major step for South Oklahoma City. He said the campaign reflected years of hard work and community support, and emphasized his goal of building accessible, accountable government and encouraging civic participation in a community he described as often disengaged politically.
Provenzano then congratulated him, noted the significance of being first to greet him, and invited attendees to take photos and join a reception sponsored by the Latino Caucus and House Democrats. She also indicated that signatures would be collected to make the ceremony official, and the group prepared for photographs with legislators and other guests.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Swearing-in Ceremony for Representative-Elect Sam Wargin Grimaldo Jun 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma, and that I will not knowingly receive
- So help me God. ...obey and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the
- This is a big step forward for my community, our community in South Oklahoma City, and so I don't want
- Oklahoma City, and so I don't want to take it lightly. This is not a small thing for me.
- In a community like South Oklahoma City that is so disengaged in the political realm... ...City that
Summary:
The transcript captures the ceremonial swearing-in of Sam Wargin Grimaldo as State Representative for Oklahoma House District 92. Representative Melissa Provenzano introduced the event, welcomed family, community supporters, and legislators, and noted the significance of the day for the House Democratic Caucus and the South Oklahoma City community. Justice Gorge administered the oath, after which Grimaldo thanked attendees and spoke about the importance of the moment, emphasizing community support, civic participation, and his commitment to accessible, accountable representation for South Oklahoma City.
After the oath, the speakers discussed taking photos, signing the Certificate of Election, and inviting attendees to light refreshments sponsored by the Latino Caucus and House Democrats. No legislation was debated and no formal votes were taken; the only official action was the swearing-in and certification of the new representative.
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Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Feb 2nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Constitution.
- Constitution and U.S. federal law constitute the supreme law of the land.
- The constitutional rights, fully support the constitutional rights of the people.
- Constitution.
- So much for Oklahoma.
Summary:
The Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee first approved the gubernatorial appointment of Amy Anderson to the Commission of Pardons and Paroles, sending the nomination to the Senate floor with a recommendation for confirmation. The committee then heard and advanced three Senate Resource Statements from Senator Todd Lakey: RS 32894, repealing an outdated capital crimes defense fund provision; RS 32896, removing an obsolete mountain standard time reference in juvenile corrections code; and RS 33120, clarifying the Attorney General’s civil enforcement authority. Each was sent to print without opposition.
The committee also took up the judicial council appointment of Michael Kennedy. Kennedy described his background, his service as a non-attorney member of the Idaho Judicial Council, and his view that citizen members help ask practical questions and keep the process grounded. Members asked about the role of citizen members and the judiciary’s proper constitutional role; no vote was taken on the appointment during this meeting.
The main policy debate centered on Senate Bill 1232, Senator Tammy Nichols’ proposal to modernize Idaho’s Son of Sam law. Nichols asked to send the bill to the 14th order for technical amendments after consultation with the Attorney General’s office, and the committee agreed. The committee then heard Senate Bill 1233, the Constitutional Courts Act, from Senator Dan Foreman. Foreman said the bill would prevent Idaho courts from enforcing judgments based on religious or cultural law that does not conform to constitutional rights. Testimony was sharply divided: supporters argued it would protect constitutional supremacy and oppose Sharia law, while opponents warned the language was overbroad and could threaten references to common law, natural law, or religious history. A motion to send the bill to the 14th order failed, and the committee instead voted to send SB 1233 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. Finally, Senator Melissa Wintrow’s RS 3293, excluding photographs or images of deceased individuals from public disclosure, was sent to print.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 31st, 2026
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Our nurse of the day today comes from Tonkawa, Oklahoma, Courtney Caput.
- I aspire to pursue constitutional studies.
- I aspire to pursue constitutional studies, psychology, or law, and hopefully the University of Oklahoma
- to Oklahoma State and pursuing a degree in agribusiness pre-law.
- I'm from Jet, Oklahoma, where I'm currently a senior in high school.
Summary:
The Senate convened, the roll was called, and a quorum was declared. The chamber opened with prayer, followed by introductions of the Doctor of the Day, Dr. James David Campbell, an emergency medicine physician from Tahlequah, and the Nurse of the Day, Courtney Caput of Tonkawa, who was recognized for her nursing career and leadership. Several pages were also introduced, each sharing their school, sponsoring senator, and future plans.
The Senate also received a gallery introduction for students from Tahlequah Public Schools’ Heritage Elementary School, who were visiting with their self-elected house members and senators. Additional guests from the Sepulpa Chamber of Commerce were recognized in the North Gallery. Announcements included an invitation to the Diabetes Caucus on April 2, featuring insurance providers discussing diabetes care services, and an invitation to a devotional service the next day in the Senate Lounge.
No legislation was debated or voted on during the meeting. The only formal action was adoption of a motion to adjourn once the clerk’s desk was clear, with the Senate set to reconvene on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
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US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, April 20, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- standard, that Oklahoma way of doing things, but not just Oklahoma—our great nation.
- standard, that Oklahoma way of doing things, but not just Oklahoma—our great nation.
- Instantly and covering hours and days and weeks, reflected that Oklahoma standard, that Oklahoma way
- AND WILL NEVER FORGET THE DECENCY OF BOTH THE PEOPLE OF OKLAHOMA AND CERTAINLY OF OKLAHOMA CITY, AND
- WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO REBUILD OKLAHOMA CITY?
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Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tax Reform Feb 19th, 2026
Special Committee on Tax Reform
Transcript Highlights:
- In Oklahoma, United on there is Oklahoma.
- In Oklahoma, if you're a veteran, they give you a card. Property tax.
- You don't pay tax on anything in Oklahoma.
- that sacrosanct document like our federal Constitution is.
- We need to Having to keep expanding our Constitution with these measures.
Committee:
House Special Committee on Tax Reform
Summary:
The Special Committee on Tax Reform heard three measures focused on property tax relief and tax administration. House Bill 2869, sponsored by Rep. Mike Jones, would authorize counties to offer up to a 100% property tax credit on the primary residence of 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans, with a $500,000 value cap, surviving-spouse carryover, no stacking with other credits, and protections for bonded indebtedness. Jones and supporting witnesses from Missouri veterans organizations said the bill is a practical, county-option approach that recognizes veterans’ service and could help keep federal retirement and disability income in Missouri. The Department of Revenue noted the bill could reduce eligibility for the existing property tax credit and urged timely fiscal-note review. No opposition testified.
The committee also heard H.J.R. 115, sponsored by Rep. Dave Griffith, which would place a constitutional amendment before voters to exempt 100% disabled veterans from personal property tax and homestead-related taxes, with surviving-spouse protections. Griffith said the measure has been pursued for years, would affect a relatively small number of veterans, and should be treated as a common-sense benefit for service-connected disabilities. Veterans’ groups strongly supported the resolution, describing it as overdue relief for veterans on fixed incomes and urging the committee to move it forward. Several members discussed whether the policy should be in the Constitution or statute, but all testimony was in favor.
Finally, the committee heard HB 3303 from Rep. Cecily Williams, a cleanup bill to clarify that state and local sales or use taxes are exempt when the General Assembly purchases goods or lodging for official business and is reimbursed with public funds. Williams said the current statute lists outdated tax categories and leaves some local taxes on reimbursable expenses, causing the state to pay unnecessary taxes. Members generally supported the concept, and the Department of Revenue testified only on the need for timely fiscal-note requests and said the fiscal impact appeared minimal. No one testified in opposition to any of the three bills, and the committee concluded its hearing without taking final action or votes in the transcript provided.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 10 Feb 17th, 2026
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I invite all of Oklahoma to pray. Lord, our hope is in you.
- She's the current president of the Oklahoma Academy of Family Physicians.
- State Medical Association and the Oklahoma County Medical Society.
- This is the Oklahoma Corporation Commission Leadership Class Number 3.
- performance metrics with what's happening in rural Oklahoma.
Summary:
The House convened, took the roll, heard an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then recognized Dr. Rachel Franklin as Doctor of the Day. Members also held a special presentation honoring the Christian Heritage Academy varsity cheer team for winning national titles in two divisions and grand champion honors.
On the floor, House Bill 3044 was presented by Leader West. The bill renews the tax checkoff allowing taxpayers to donate part of their refund to the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs equipment and capital improvement program. The House advanced the bill from general order and passed it 95-0. House Resolution 1032, designating February 17, 2026, as Oklahoma Aggregates Day at the Capitol, was also presented and adopted without objection.
The remainder of the session consisted largely of announcements and introductions, including recognition of visitors from the aggregates industry, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission Leadership Class, ALS advocates, and several constituent and guest groups. Members also announced upcoming committee meetings, and the House adjourned until Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
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Transcript Highlights:
- Constitution, known as the Supremacy Clause, holds that the Constitution and laws of the United States
- Constitution and federal law constitute the supreme law of the land.
- So simply removing, for Oklahoma at the time, removing the word Sharia would not have fixed the constitutional
- It needs to be consistent with our governing documents, the Constitution of the State of Idaho, the Constitution
- The United States Constitution and the Idaho Constitution make it very clear that they are intending
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Oklahoma Education Commission Apr 30th, 2026
Oklahoma Education Commission
Transcript Highlights:
- He's a great constitutional scholar.
- He's a great constitutional scholar.
- He is an expert and an excellent teacher on the U.S. and the Oklahoma State Constitution.
- I want to get Representative Stiegel teaching the Constitution of Oklahoma and the United States on public
- I am from Owasso Public Schools in Owasso, Oklahoma.
Committee:
House Oklahoma Education Commission
Summary:
The commission met with a quorum and introduced Brett Farley, who was discussed as a possible partner to help strengthen the nonprofit side of the commission’s work. Members also welcomed a new participant, Naomi Janes of Owasso Public Schools, who described her role in instructional technology and AI integration. The group spent much of the meeting on planning for the upcoming AI symposium, including venue logistics, room and meal costs, audio-visual expenses, fundraising progress, keynote and vendor participation, and ideas for breakout sessions and after-hours demonstrations. Members discussed keeping attendee contact information private unless permission is obtained, and they also considered future regional meetings and year-round follow-up to sustain momentum beyond the symposium.
A major portion of the meeting focused on legislation and grant strategy. Michael provided an update on House Bill 1782, saying floor amendments had been filed and that the bill now includes authority for agencies to pursue gifts and donations, an expanded advisory council, broader research purposes, and a fund structure that can support multi-year projects without fiscal-year pressure. He also reviewed Senate Bill 1734, which would require parental disclosure, allow opt-outs, and require reporting on data minimization and privacy compliance for AI tools used in schools. Members discussed how the commission could help schools, families, and the public understand AI policy and how the new law might shape future recommendations.
The group also reviewed several grant efforts. Anna reported on the NSF TechABLE/AI HubZone proposal, a three-year, $1 million-per-year opportunity with a June 15 letter-of-intent deadline and July 15 full proposal deadline, and noted plans to include staff positions to support the project. She also updated the group on a rural health care transformation proposal of roughly $700,000 and asked for follow-up on its status. In addition, Anna outlined a broader K-20 pipeline concept centered on a shared learner record and microcredential system that would connect K-12, CareerTech, higher education, libraries, and workforce systems, with tools such as Career Coach and Skill of Eye to link credentials to jobs. Members generally supported the idea, noting benefits for transcript portability, special populations, teacher certification, and workforce alignment. The commission agreed to meet again on June 14 at 1:00 p.m., and the meeting adjourned after a brief announcement of an informal AI book club for the summer.
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee REVISED: Agency presentation times revised Jan 20th, 2026 at 09:00 am
A&B Education Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- Those are all big problems with behavioral health in rural Oklahoma.
- We see that growth that we can get providers to rural Oklahoma.
- from a rural town, not necessarily in Oklahoma.
- We also create and maintain an investment policy consistent with Oklahoma constitutional mandates.
- And hopefully, we'll continue to see those in Oklahoma drilling.
Committee:
House A&B Education Subcommittee
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Transcript Highlights:
- Members, this is the constitutional amendment, so we are here on ballot language. Mr.
- It amends Article 7, Section 21(K) of the Constitution.
- It amends Article 7, Section 21K of the Constitution.
- The constitutional amendment limits the amount of state general funds that may be appropriated in a fiscal
- Members, this is a constitutional amendment.
Committee:
House Civil Law and Procedure
Keywords:
carbon capture, damages, environmental liability, legal liability, site restoration, expert witness, expert testimony, witness fees, pecuniary interest, conflict of interest, civil procedure, evidence law, Louisiana evidence code, Louisiana civil litigation, expert report, discovery, pretrial disclosure, litigation transparency, settlement, damages award
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 31st, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I plan to pursue constitutional law at OU. Good afternoon, senators. My name is Lamo Lattimore.
- I'm from Oklahoma City, and I am a first-year entrepreneurship student in Metrotech.
- I aspire to pursue constitutional studies, psychology, or law, and hopefully, the University of Oklahoma
- I'm Gauge Winters from Altus, Oklahoma, and I am paging for the great Brent Howard.
- I'm from Jett, Oklahoma, where I'm currently a senior in high school.
Bills:
SR34
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Health and Human Services REVISED Apr 30th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The way I work with that is I build rotations at these places in Oklahoma.
- Samuel Holbrick is a home inspector from Lawton, Oklahoma.
- He is a fixture of southwest Oklahoma.
- He is one of very few neurologists surveying in the state of Oklahoma.
- constitutional, whether we'd be doing something wrong.
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Representative Dillon Travis Swearing in Ceremony Feb 18th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I, Dylan Travis, do solemnly swear that I will support, obey, and defend the Constitution of the United
- States and the Constitution of the State of Oklahoma; and that I will not knowingly receive, directly
- And I look forward to protecting rural Oklahoma. And I look forward to protecting rural Oklahoma.
- And I look forward to protect in rural Oklahoma.
- So. and I look forward to protecting rural Oklahoma.
Summary:
The House convened for the swearing-in ceremony of Representative-elect Dillon Travis. The session included an invocation by House chaplain Ronnie Wilson and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Speaker Pro Tem Anthony Moore, followed by Chief Justice Dustin Rowe administering the oath of office and loyalty oath to Travis. Travis was reminded to sign the required paperwork before being added to payroll.
The Speaker noted the ceremony’s significance taking place on FFA Day and highlighted Travis’s background as a former FFA member, along with connections to other members who had participated in FFA. The remarks emphasized public service, rural Oklahoma, and the role of FFA in shaping future leaders.
In brief comments after being sworn in, Travis thanked his wife, family, and friends, said FFA played a major role in his development, and expressed pride in being sworn in on FFA Day. He said he looks forward to serving and protecting rural Oklahoma.
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Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tax Reform Feb 19th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Special Committee on Tax Reform
Transcript Highlights:
- In Oklahoma, United on there is Oklahoma.
- In Oklahoma, if you're a veteran, they give you a card. Property tax.
- You don't pay tax on anything in Oklahoma.
- like our federal Constitution is.
- And we've heard about Oklahoma. Missouri is currently an island of inaction.
Committee:
House Special Committee on Tax Reform
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee Jan 22nd, 2026 at 09:00 am
A&B Education Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- First is the Oklahoma arts sector APA grant.
- This served 279,800 Oklahoma students.
- How do we teach them about Oklahoma?
- We are actually in the Oklahoma constitution There was a citizen-initiated constitutional amendment in
- Here in Oklahoma, you get both.
Committee:
House A&B Education Subcommittee
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Oklahoma Education Commission Apr 30th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Oklahoma Education Commission
Transcript Highlights:
- Oklahoma business community appointed by the governor.
- He's a great constitutional scholar.
- He Is an expert and an excellent teacher on the US and the Oklahoma state constitution.
- I want to get Representative Stegegal Teaching the constitution of Oklahoma and the United States on
- Naomi Janes, I am from Owasso Public Schools in Owasso, Oklahoma.
Committee:
House Oklahoma Education Commission
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Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 10 Feb 17th, 2026 at 09:30 am
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Having received a majority vote of those elected and constituting the House, I declare the bill to have
- To those elected and constituting the House, I declare the bill to have passed. Mr. Floor Leader.
- Members, House Resolution 1032 is a resolution proclaiming February 17, 2026, as Oklahoma Aggregates
- This is the Oklahoma Corporations Commission Leadership Class Number 3.
- It will be Oklahoma Health Complete Health.