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ODOC intelligence leads to hundreds of arrests, seizures as part of multi-agency investigation The Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) announces the results of a long-term investigation into criminal activity coordinated from within its facilities through the use of contraband cell phones. The investigation fueled by this intelligence included local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies…

Lucas Looks Forward to Bringing Regulatory Clarity to Digital Asset Arena Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Frank Lucas (OK-03) joined his colleagues on the House Financial Services’ Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Inclusion Subcommittee for a hearing on “Coincidence or Coordinated? The Administration’s Attack on the Digital Asset Ecosystem.” Lucas questioned witnesses on the SEC’s regulation by enforcement…

Lucas Votes to Vacate Biden Administration’s Overreaching WOTUS Rule Washington, DC – Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J. Res. 27, a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) on the Biden Administration’s “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) rule. The legislation was introduced by Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Water Resources…

Drummond leads 20 attorneys general in amicus brief with U.S. Supreme Court supporting religious freedom OKLAHOMA CITY (March 10, 2023) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond led attorneys general from 20 states today in filing an amicus brief asking the U.S. Supreme Court to hear an important case involving the liberty of religious organizations to select…

Friday, March 10 is the last day to apply for voter registration according to Okfuskee County Election Board Secretary Eric M. Swinford. This deadline applies to those who reside within the boundaries of the City of Okemah and wish to become eligible voters for the upcoming Municipal Election that will be held on April 4,…

Commissioner Mulready Sets the Record Straight OKLAHOMA CITY -The Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) has become aware of inaccurate and misleading communications affecting Oklahoma consumers. Several large employers have sent letters to their employees with erroneous information regarding changes to their CVS/Caremark prescription program. One of the most troubling inaccuracies is the claim that the law…