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House Releases This Year's Budget & Budget Transparency Portal

House Releases This Year's Budget & Budget Transparency Portal

Haley Weger Budget negotiations are in full force at the state capitol, and we’re getting the first look at the state House’s budget numbers. Along with their budget priorities, the House has rolled out a new transparency portal, allowing the public to compare budget numbers between the House, Senate and governor.

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Bill To Criminalize Illegal Immigration

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Bill To Criminalize Illegal Immigration

News 9 Leaders at the state capitol say they had to file legislation making illegal immigration unlawful on a state level because nothing is being done on the federal level to secure the border.

Questions For OSDE Remain After Committee Meets To Discuss Rule Changes

Questions For OSDE Remain After Committee Meets To Discuss Rule Changes

Haley Weger The state Senate Administrative Rules Committee met Monday morning to discuss more than a dozen administrative rule changes that have been requested by state agencies. Most of the rules being questioned were coming from the State Department of Education.

Bill Aiming To Limit Virtual School Days Passes Out Of Senate

Bill Aiming To Limit Virtual School Days Passes Out Of Senate

News 9 The bill would require all school districts to justify using a virtual learning day.

Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds To Purchase Handguns Moves Out Of Committee

Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds To Purchase Handguns Moves Out Of Committee

Haley Weger Current Oklahoma law allows anyone 18 and up to buy long guns, like shotguns and rifles, but it limits handgun purchases to 21 and up. Senate Bill 1218 would allow any gun to be sold to anyone 18 and older.

Budget Battle Continues Between State Lawmakers

Budget Battle Continues Between State Lawmakers

News 9 "I guess I would say this bluntly - the House will roll out the House budget. The Senate needs to stop worrying about it. The Senate is not going to roll out the House budget," House Majority Floor Leader Rep. John Echols said.

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Chaplains In Oklahoma Schools? Shucked Bill Passes Out Of Senate Committee

Chaplains In Oklahoma Schools? Shucked Bill Passes Out Of Senate Committee

Haley Weger A bill that would allow chaplains to be employed in Oklahoma public schools is one step closer to becoming law. The legislation was changed at the last minute before Tuesday’s general government committee, a move that House democrats say undermines the transparency of the legislative process.

Chaplains In Oklahoma Schools? Shucked Bill Passes Out Of Senate Committee

Chaplains In Oklahoma Schools? Shucked Bill Passes Out Of Senate Committee

Haley Weger A bill that would allow chaplains to be employed in Oklahoma public schools is one step closer to becoming law. The legislation was changed at the last minute before Tuesday’s general government committee, a move that House democrats say undermines the transparency of the legislative process.

Bill Headed To Senate Floor Would Eliminate Sales Tax On Gun Safety Devices

Bill Headed To Senate Floor Would Eliminate Sales Tax On Gun Safety Devices

News 9 A new bill passed out of a Senate committee Monday that aims to incentivize gun safety.

Bill Headed To Senate Floor Would Eliminate Sales Tax On Gun Safety Devices

Bill Headed To Senate Floor Would Eliminate Sales Tax On Gun Safety Devices

News 9 A new bill passed out of a Senate committee Monday that aims to incentivize gun safety.

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Haley Weger The House met for their last education appropriations and budget committee Tuesday morning. Lawmakers pushed through seven bills that will now advance to the House floor.

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Haley Weger The House met for their last education appropriations and budget committee Tuesday morning. Lawmakers pushed through seven bills that will now advance to the House floor.

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

Haley Weger A house committee spent Wednesday morning debating legislation that would ensure the state isn’t discriminating against foster or adoptive families based on their religion or moral beliefs.

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

Haley Weger A house committee spent Wednesday morning debating legislation that would ensure the state isn’t discriminating against foster or adoptive families based on their religion or moral beliefs.

Bill Addressing Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Rules For College Athletes Advances In Okla. House

Bill Addressing Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Rules For College Athletes Advances In Okla. House

Haley Weger Name, image and likeness rules, also known as NIL, are constantly changing. There is a push at the state capitol this session to ensure Oklahoma stays competitive against other state’s universities.

Bill Addressing Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Rules For College Athletes Advances In Okla. House

Bill Addressing Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Rules For College Athletes Advances In Okla. House

Haley Weger Name, image and likeness rules, also known as NIL, are constantly changing. There is a push at the state capitol this session to ensure Oklahoma stays competitive against other state’s universities.

Former Officer Authors Bill To Revoke Bond For Violent Crimes

Former Officer Authors Bill To Revoke Bond For Violent Crimes

Jennifer Pierce A former Oklahoma City policer officer, now a lawmaker, is fighting to keep metro streets safer by writing and advocating for a bill. Representative John George authored a bill that would make it harder for accused violent criminal to get out of jail.

Former Officer Authors Bill To Revoke Bond For Violent Crimes

Former Officer Authors Bill To Revoke Bond For Violent Crimes

Jennifer Pierce A former Oklahoma City policer officer, now a lawmaker, is fighting to keep metro streets safer by writing and advocating for a bill. Representative John George authored a bill that would make it harder for accused violent criminal to get out of jail.

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Yukon High School Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing Incident

Yukon High School Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing Incident

News 9 Yukon High School has lifted the lockdown that was issued Friday morning after an altercation involving a stabbing that injured a student, according to Yukon High School.

Yukon High School Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing Incident

Yukon High School Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing Incident

News 9 Yukon High School has lifted the lockdown that was issued Friday morning after an altercation involving a stabbing that injured a student, according to Yukon High School.

Legal Battle Over 'Rule 14' Shakes Up High School Football Landscape In Oklahoma

Legal Battle Over 'Rule 14' Shakes Up High School Football Landscape In Oklahoma

News 9 Many Oklahoma high school football teams are preparing for schedule changes. Right now, it's still being determined whose schedules will be changed.

Legal Battle Over 'Rule 14' Shakes Up High School Football Landscape In Oklahoma

Legal Battle Over 'Rule 14' Shakes Up High School Football Landscape In Oklahoma

News 9 Many Oklahoma high school football teams are preparing for schedule changes. Right now, it's still being determined whose schedules will be changed.

Woman Arrested After Tip Leads Crimes Against Children Task Force To Edmond Residence

Woman Arrested After Tip Leads Crimes Against Children Task Force To Edmond Residence

News 9 Edmond police's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested a woman on Wednesday and she was booked into the Oklahoma County Jail, according to a post by Edmond PD.

Woman Arrested After Tip Leads Crimes Against Children Task Force To Edmond Residence

Woman Arrested After Tip Leads Crimes Against Children Task Force To Edmond Residence

News 9 Edmond police's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested a woman on Wednesday and she was booked into the Oklahoma County Jail, according to a post by Edmond PD.

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Yukon High School Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing Incident

Yukon High School Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing Incident

News 9 Yukon High School has lifted the lockdown that was issued Friday morning after an altercation involving a stabbing that injured a student, according to Yukon High School.

Legal Battle Over 'Rule 14' Shakes Up High School Football Landscape In Oklahoma

Legal Battle Over 'Rule 14' Shakes Up High School Football Landscape In Oklahoma

News 9 Many Oklahoma high school football teams are preparing for schedule changes. Right now, it's still being determined whose schedules will be changed.

Woman Arrested After Tip Leads Crimes Against Children Task Force To Edmond Residence

Woman Arrested After Tip Leads Crimes Against Children Task Force To Edmond Residence

News 9 Edmond police's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested a woman on Wednesday and she was booked into the Oklahoma County Jail, according to a post by Edmond PD.

Mother Killed By Wrong-Way Driver In OKC, Loved Ones Ask For Help

Mother Killed By Wrong-Way Driver In OKC, Loved Ones Ask For Help

News 9 A woman was killed after her car fell from a 100-foot bridge, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. A GoFundMe organized by a loved one says she leaves behind four children.

Jury Recommends No Charges Be Filed Against Del City Officer Accused In Deadly Choctaw Shooting

Jury Recommends No Charges Be Filed Against Del City Officer Accused In Deadly Choctaw Shooting

News 9 The Oklahoma Grand Jury recommended no charges be filed against a Del City police officer, accused of shooting Demetrize Carter at a 2023 Choctaw football game, according to the District Attorney’s Office.

'If You're Breaking The Law, We're Gonna Hold You Accountable:' State Legislation Over Border Control Covers First Hurdle

'If You're Breaking The Law, We're Gonna Hold You Accountable:' State Legislation Over Border Control Covers First Hurdle

News 9 The legislation to criminalize illegal immigration in Oklahoma has passed its first hurdle. House Bill 4156 would create the crime of impermissible occupation, criminally charging anybody who is in the state illegally, and requiring them to leave Oklahoma within 72 hours.

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Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Haley Weger The Research, Education and Government Operations Protection Act would require state agencies and educational institutions to disclose gifts or contracts from foreign countries, specifically countries deemed “countries of concern” by the federal government.

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Haley Weger The Research, Education and Government Operations Protection Act would require state agencies and educational institutions to disclose gifts or contracts from foreign countries, specifically countries deemed “countries of concern” by the federal government.

Bills Aiming To Protect Children Pass In The Oklahoma Senate

Bills Aiming To Protect Children Pass In The Oklahoma Senate

Haley Weger State Senators passed a handful of bills aimed at keeping Oklahoma children safe.

Bills Aiming To Protect Children Pass In The Oklahoma Senate

Bills Aiming To Protect Children Pass In The Oklahoma Senate

Haley Weger State Senators passed a handful of bills aimed at keeping Oklahoma children safe.

'Emotional About Car Tags': Inspired By Son's Crash, Senator's Bill Moves To House Vote

'Emotional About Car Tags': Inspired By Son's Crash, Senator's Bill Moves To House Vote

News 9 Treat called Senate bill 2035 the most important bill he will work on this year, and possibly his career. The bill would affect car tags, something that is important to Treat after his son, Mason, was injured in a car crash that almost took his life.

'Emotional About Car Tags': Inspired By Son's Crash, Senator's Bill Moves To House Vote

'Emotional About Car Tags': Inspired By Son's Crash, Senator's Bill Moves To House Vote

News 9 Treat called Senate bill 2035 the most important bill he will work on this year, and possibly his career. The bill would affect car tags, something that is important to Treat after his son, Mason, was injured in a car crash that almost took his life.

Overview Of Bills Moving Through The Oklahoma Capitol Monday

Overview Of Bills Moving Through The Oklahoma Capitol Monday

News 9 Lawmakers discussed maternity leave, public health and safety, and changing state law to protect Oklahoma minors.

Overview Of Bills Moving Through The Oklahoma Capitol Monday

Overview Of Bills Moving Through The Oklahoma Capitol Monday

News 9 Lawmakers discussed maternity leave, public health and safety, and changing state law to protect Oklahoma minors.

Lock The Clock: Lawmakers Look To Put An End To Daylight Saving Time

Lock The Clock: Lawmakers Look To Put An End To Daylight Saving Time

Haley Weger A renewed push is being made at the capitol to "lock the clock," putting an end to the seasonal shift brought about by Daylight Saving Time.

Lock The Clock: Lawmakers Look To Put An End To Daylight Saving Time

Lock The Clock: Lawmakers Look To Put An End To Daylight Saving Time

Haley Weger A renewed push is being made at the capitol to "lock the clock," putting an end to the seasonal shift brought about by Daylight Saving Time.

Some Voters Claim Their Registration Was Changed Without Their Knowledge, Authorities Investigate

Some Voters Claim Their Registration Was Changed Without Their Knowledge, Authorities Investigate

Haley Weger These voters are saying they have been registered as democrat or republican their whole lives, but when they tried to vote in the primaries, they were registered independent.

Some Voters Claim Their Registration Was Changed Without Their Knowledge, Authorities Investigate

Some Voters Claim Their Registration Was Changed Without Their Knowledge, Authorities Investigate

Haley Weger These voters are saying they have been registered as democrat or republican their whole lives, but when they tried to vote in the primaries, they were registered independent.

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