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On August 19, 2022, Governor Kevin Stitt strengthened the rights of Oklahoma educators with an executive order that expands the worker freedoms protected by the Supreme Court in its 2018 Janus v. AFSCME decision. Governor Stitt’s decision follows actions by the Michigan Civil Service Commission (2020) and Indiana leaders (2021) to ensure teachers and other […]
Tulsa, Oklahoma—Americans for Prosperity’s Oklahoma chapter (AFP-OK) has endorsed Ryan Walters for Superintendent of Public Instruction. Walters received the endorsement for accelerating existing school choice reforms, such as open enrollment and funding reform, which he championed in 2021, as well as his support for giving parents and guardians the opportunity to make important decisions in […]
Oklahoma City, OK – Americans for Prosperity Oklahoma (AFP-OK) today announced its endorsement of the following candidates seeking election to the Oklahoma state legislature: Chris Banning (HD-24) Christopher Toney (SD-42) Cody Maynard (HD-21) Collin Duel (HD-31) These candidates earned AFP-OK’s endorsement for their commitment to policies that improve the well-being of all Oklahomans by breaking […]
The House of Representatives will return early from its summer recess to consider Democrats’ $3.5 billion budget resolution and the Senate-passed $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill. Rep. Tom Cole opposes both measures. He explained why in a recent Facebook Live event with Americans for Prosperity Senior Economic Advisor Akash Chougule and AFP-Oklahoma State Director John Tidwell. […]
While the $1.2 trillion “infrastructure” bill the Senate passed August 10 has been labeled “bipartisan,” millions of Americans and their representatives in Congress oppose the wasteful spending contained in it. Those voices include Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) who joined Americans for Prosperity President Tim Phillips and AFP-Oklahoma State Director John Tidwell for a Facebook Live […]
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Today, Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma commended Governor Kevin Stitt for signing into law S.B. 913, a transformative bill that will provide for a more expedited review of state regulations and give the Legislature additional oversight of agency rules. AFP-OK continues to work closely with Governor Stitt to reduce regulations and foster a […]
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) today released a statement applauding the historic steps taken by the Legislature to ensure more students and their families can receive an education that fits their unique needs. Another provision aims to make Oklahoma the most military family-friendly education system in the U.S. by allowing the children of active […]
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) today launched its legislative agenda—outlining important steps the Sooner State can take to promote Prosperity Across the Prairie and improve the lives of all Oklahomans. The priorities outlined include: Reducing Red Tape & Increasing Economic Opportunity: Increase transparency between government and Oklahomans. Educational Freedom for ALL Oklahomans: Reforming our […]
Oklahoma City, OK – Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) today issued a statement responded to Senate Pro-Temp. Greg Treat’s recent committee membership and leadership announcements for the upcoming 58th legislative session. Among the leadership roles announced, Sen. Adam Pugh (R-Edmond) will serve as chairman of the Senate Committee on Education. AFP-OK State Director John Tidwell issued […]
