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Senator Lankford commemorates 30 years since Oklahoma City bombing anniversary

Senator James Lankford has issued a statement on the eve of the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, which occurred on April 19, 1995.

By OKC Standard | Apr 18, 2025

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Drive Act reintroduced to challenge speed limiter regulations on heavy-duty vehicles

Congressman Josh Brecheen has reintroduced the DRIVE Act, a legislative measure aimed at prohibiting the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) from requiring speed limiters on vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) above...

By OKC Standard | Apr 17, 2025

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Safeguarding Charity Act introduced to protect tax-exempt organizations

By OKC Standard | Apr 11, 2025

Senator James Lankford and Congressman Greg Steube have introduced the Safeguarding Charity Act to uphold the independence of tax-exempt organizations, including churches, nonprofits, and private schools.

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Bipartisan bill promotes electrical grid resilience after disasters with new FEMA fund uses

By OKC Standard | Apr 11, 2025

Senators James Lankford of Oklahoma and Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire, along with other colleagues, have introduced the Promoting Opportunities to Widen Electrical Resilience (POWER) Act of 2025.

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Survivor tree ceremony honors Oklahoma City bombing victims at U.S. Capitol

By OKC Standard | Apr 10, 2025

This week, Senator James Lankford and Congresswoman Stephanie Bice organized a ceremony to dedicate a Commemorative Survivor Tree at the U.S. Capitol.

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Mullin and GOP urge House to pass Trump-backed budget resolution

By OKC Standard | Apr 10, 2025

On Tuesday, U.S. Senators joined Fox News' Sean Hannity to discuss President Trump's initial 100 days in office, emphasizing the importance of passing the Senate budget resolution backed by Trump.

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Reconciliation process advances as Congresswoman Bice backs tax relief efforts

By OKC Standard | Apr 10, 2025

Today, Congresswoman Bice cast her vote to advance the reconciliation process, aiming to bring tax relief to families and businesses, tackle the national debt, and support the Administration's objectives on border security and national safeguarding.

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Lankford introduces bill to expand physician-owned hospitals' access in rural areas

By OKC Standard | Apr 9, 2025

Senator James Lankford of Oklahoma, along with several colleagues, has introduced the Physician Led and Rural Access to Quality Care Act.

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Senator Mullin discusses governance and DOGE cuts with Norman Chamber

By OKC Standard | Apr 9, 2025

On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin addressed the Norman Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C., as part of their annual Washington Fly-in event.

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Senators seek to overturn California's EV mandates affecting vehicle emissions

By OKC Standard | Apr 9, 2025

U.S. Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Deb Fischer (R-NE) have introduced resolutions to nullify California's electric vehicle mandates under the Congressional Review Act (CRA).

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National Security Commission seeks congressional action to defend U.S. biotech leadership

By OKC Standard | Apr 8, 2025

Today, a significant report and action plan were delivered by the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) to Congress, indicating a need for immediate legislative effort to harness American innovation in biotechnology.

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Sapling dedication at Capitol commemorates 30th Oklahoma City bombing anniversary

By OKC Standard | Apr 7, 2025

Representative Bice and Senator Lankford hosted a dedication ceremony on the United States Capitol Grounds to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing.

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Senator Mullin critiques Democrat leadership on Hannity

By OKC Standard | Apr 3, 2025

On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin appeared on Fox News' "Hannity" to discuss the current state of the Democrat Party's leadership.

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Free Speech Fairness Act challenges IRS restrictions on churches and non-profits

By OKC Standard | Apr 2, 2025

This week, U.S. lawmakers introduced the Free Speech Fairness Act in an effort to prevent the IRS from restricting the political speech of pastors, churches, and non-profit organizations.

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Ensuring Access to Specialty Care Everywhere Act introduced to expand rural telehealth

By OKC Standard | Apr 2, 2025

United States Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Thom Tillis (R-NC) have introduced the Ensuring Access to Specialty Care Everywhere (EASE) Act.

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Senator Mullin discusses tariffs, China's threats, and military standards on podcast

By OKC Standard | Apr 2, 2025

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) participated in a discussion on Fox News' The Will Cain Podcast covering several key topics, including 'Liberation Day' tariffs, threats from China, updated military standards, and the influence of district...

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Mullin critiques Biden's policies on global stage during Meet the Press interview

By OKC Standard | Apr 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin joined NBC's Kristen Welker on "Meet the Press" on Sunday to discuss the Trump administration's approach to national and international issues, contrasting it with the policies of the Biden administration.

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Two Woodward County residents resolve false COVID fund claims

By OKC Standard | Apr 1, 2025

BREANNA PARADA and MONICA MONTES of Woodward, Oklahoma, have agreed to resolve civil claims related to allegations that Parada submitted a false claim for COVID-funded Emergency Rental Assistance to the Cheyenne and Arapaho Housing Authority.

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Senator Mullin discusses military readiness and Afghanistan withdrawal concerns

By OKC Standard | Apr 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin took part in a discussion addressing military readiness and issues stemming from the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan during a confirmation hearing for Lieutenant General Dan Caine, President Trump's choice for...

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Congress passes bill to switch Constitution Annotated from print to digital

By OKC Standard | Mar 31, 2025

The House of Representatives recently passed H.R. 1234, legislation led by Congresswoman Stephanie Bice.