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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senator Mullin supports FAA Reauthorization Act benefiting Oklahoma

By OKC Standard | May 10, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) issued a statement following his affirmative vote on H.R. 3935, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024. This legislation aims to reauthorize the FAA and aviation safety and infrastructure programs for the subsequent five years.

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Senator Mullin questions Air Force modernization efforts

By OKC Standard | May 9, 2024

On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), interrogated witnesses during a Subcommittee on Airland hearing. The hearing was to receive testimony on Air Force modernization in review of the FY25 President’s Budget and posture for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Sen. Mullin discussed with Lieutenant General David A. Harris, USAF, Lieutenant General Richard G. Moore, Jr., USAF, and Andrew P. Hunter, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics about Air Force...

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Congressman Josh Brecheen Votes to Table Motion to Vacate Speaker Mike Johnson

By OKC Standard | May 8, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen issued the following statement after voting to table a resolution to vacate Speaker Mike Johnson.

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Senator Mullin questions EPA's new regulations on meat and poultry industry

By OKC Standard | May 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) recently questioned Michael Regan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), during a Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing. The hearing was held to conduct oversight into the EPA’s proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

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Illegal aliens to be excluded from census, Congressman Josh Brecheen asserts

By OKC Standard | May 8, 2024

Congressman Josh Brecheen voted in favor of H.R. 7109 – The Equal Representation Act, which would ensure that a citizenship question is added to the census and that illegal aliens are not counted toward apportionment for congressional districts or the Electoral College.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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272 coaches at institutions in Oklahoma County earned $48,656 on average in 2022

By OKC Standard | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at University of Central Oklahoma, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Oklahoma County, was $73,711, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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Oklahoma Delegation Works to Secure Immediate Disaster Relief After Weekend of Tornados and Inclement Weather Across the State

By OKC Standard | May 1, 2024

Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) and James Lankford (R-OK) along with Representatives Frank Lucas (R-OK), Tom Cole (R-OK), Kevin Hern (R-OK), Stephanie Bice (R-OK), and Josh Brecheen (R-OK) have taken swift action in response to the series of tornados and severe weather that hit Oklahoma over the past weekend.In a joint effort, the Oklahoma Delegation sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting disaster relief funding following the 22 tornados and storms that ravaged the state from April 27, 2024. The Delegation's letter supported the formal request from Governor...

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Congressman Josh Brecheen Demands Answers from CDC About the Destruction of Life in the IVF Industry

By OKC Standard | Apr 30, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen has taken a stand against the lack of accountability in the In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) industry, demanding answers from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding the destruction of human life. In a letter co-signed by Representatives Matt Rosendale and Andrew Clyde, Congressman Brecheen emphasized the importance of transparency in the IVF industry.“According to our nation’s birth certificate, the Declaration of Independence, government is instituted among men to secure the right to Life. The IVF industry is lacking...

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Two Major Legislative Wins for Oklahomans

By OKC Standard | Apr 30, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed significant legislation that brings about positive change for Oklahomans, spearheaded by Congresswoman Bice.The first major win comes in the form of the Weather Act Reauthorization package, which includes crucial initiatives to enhance weather forecasting and emergency preparedness. Congresswoman Bice played a key role in this package, which contains three of her Bills aimed at modernizing weather systems and advancing tools for various sectors. In a statement, Congresswoman Bice highlighted the importance of...

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Mullin, Sinema, Scott, Hassan Lead Bill to Help Provide Life-Saving Treatments and Cures for Patients

By OKC Standard | Apr 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin, along with Sens. Kyrsten Sinema, Tim Scott, and Maggie Hassan, have introduced the Medicaid VBPs for Patients (MVP) Act, aimed at providing life-saving treatments and cures for rare disease patients. The bill would allow state Medicaid programs to voluntarily enter value-based purchasing (VBP) arrangements with drug manufacturers, increasing patient access to innovative drugs such as gene therapies."Value-based purchasing better aligns our health care system towards patient care," said Sen. Mullin. "By linking the cost of treatments to...

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Pottawatomie County cities: 3 companies received FDA inspections in Q4 2023

By OKC Standard | Apr 24, 2024

There were three companies in a city associated with Pottawatomie County that received three FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Mullin Votes YES on National Security Supplemental: “America will not waver from the side of freedom”

By OKC Standard | Apr 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin expressed his support for the National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, emphasizing the importance of standing by allies and investing in national defense capabilities. Mullin stated, “America is less safe under a weak administration,” highlighting the need for strength as a deterrent against adversaries.Mullin credited former President Donald J. Trump for his contributions to the bill, stating, “President Trump deserves significant credit for suggesting the loan component and REPO Act provisions which improved this bill...

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3 companies in a city within Oklahoma County received three inspections in Q4 2023

By OKC Standard | Apr 23, 2024

There were three companies in a city associated with Oklahoma County that received three FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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How many companies in cities in Cleveland County received FDA inspections in Q4 2023?

By OKC Standard | Apr 22, 2024

There were three companies in a city associated with Cleveland County that received three FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Cities located in Canadian County saw FDA inspections of 3 companies in Q4 2023

By OKC Standard | Apr 21, 2024

There were three companies in a city associated with Canadian County that received three FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By OKC Standard | Apr 21, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Apr 20, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.