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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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6 companies in a city within Pottawatomie County received six inspections in March

By OKC Standard | Apr 2, 2025

There were six companies in a city associated with Pottawatomie County that received six FDA inspections in March, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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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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Cities located in Cleveland County saw FDA inspections of 6 companies in March

By OKC Standard | Apr 1, 2025

There were six companies in a city associated with Cleveland County that received six FDA inspections in March, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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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.

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3 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under Accommodation and Food Services industry across OKC Standard publication area in 2024

By OKC Standard | Mar 30, 2025

In 2024, three H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry located within the OKC Standard publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Mar 29, 2025

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

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Senator Lankford launches "Oklahoma Works" video series

By OKC Standard | Mar 28, 2025

Senator Lankford has launched an initiative named "Oklahoma Works," a video series aimed at showcasing the work ethic of everyday Oklahomans.

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Brecheen and Lee propose changes to SNAP through new legislative act

By OKC Standard | Mar 28, 2025

Congressman Josh Brecheen has introduced the SNAP Reform and Upward Mobility Act, a legislative proposal intended to reform the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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Lankford and Cotton propose bill to jam contraband cellphones in prisons

By OKC Standard | Mar 27, 2025

Senator James Lankford and Senator Tom Cotton have introduced the Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025.

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Senators Mullin and Padilla reintroduce bill to bolster 988 Lifeline cybersecurity

By OKC Standard | Mar 27, 2025

U.S. Senators Markwayne Mullin and Alex Padilla have reintroduced the 9-8-8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act in an effort to enhance cybersecurity protocols for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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Congresswoman Bice’s resolution to overturn DOE energy regulations garners House approval

By OKC Standard | Mar 27, 2025

Today, Congresswoman Stephanie Bice announced the House's bipartisan approval of her legislation, H.J. Resolution 24.

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Senator Mullin discusses defense issues with Lawton-Fort Sill leaders in Washington

By OKC Standard | Mar 26, 2025

On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, engaged in a discussion with community leaders from Lawton-Fort Sill about national defense issues, highlighting concerns related to defense...

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Senators introduce act aimed at improving cancer treatment access for children

By OKC Standard | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senators Markwayne Mullin and Michael Bennet have introduced the Give Kids a Chance Act, aiming to improve outcomes for children with cancer by ensuring access to essential treatments and participation in critical trials.

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Senator Mullin critiques Democrats, praises Trump on Fox News interview

By OKC Standard | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin appeared on Fox News’ "Hannity" to discuss recent developments with Houthi strikes, criticize the current administration's foreign policy, and comment on the successes attributed to former President Trump's...