OCPA urges fraud review of state SNAP benefits

OCPA urges fraud review of state SNAP benefits

OKLAHOMA CITY (November 4, 2025)—Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs President Jonathan Small today called on state officials to conduct a thorough review of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Oklahoma, noting that public data suggests a significant amount of fraud may be present.

“The share of Oklahomans on food stamps is nearly 50 percent higher than the share of people in poverty in Oklahoma,” Small said. “In other states, food-stamp participation is generally in line with the poverty rate. That suggests there may be a significant number of people in Oklahoma receiving benefits who do not qualify. It is important that state policymakers not put any state funds into the SNAP program right now; rather, officials must review the program to determine why Oklahoma’s rates are so out of line with national norms. Then they must take steps to implement work requirements, minimize SNAP costs and errors, prohibit illegal aliens from receiving SNAP subsidies, and take whatever additional steps are necessary to protect taxpayers.”

Tulsa 9.12 Project corrects record, opposes Mayor Nichols' tax hike proposal

Tulsa 9.12 Project Responds to Claims of Supporting Mayor Nichol’s Tax Increase Proposal

(Tulsa, OK -- Nov. 5th) Over the last several days, we’ve received a remarkable number of texts and calls regarding false information being circulated to city councilors and constituents suggesting that Tulsa 9.12 Project supports Mayor Nichols’ upcoming tax proposal.

Allow us to be perfectly clear:
We. Do. Not.

Op-ed: State Question 836 is not about choice

Here's an op-ed from former Tulsa County GOP Chairman Mike Ford on the dangers of potential  State Question 836, currently gathering signatures across the state to be placed on the ballot:

State Question 836 IS NOT ABOUT CHOICE
by Mike Ford

State Question 836 would replace Oklahoma’s modified closed-primary system with a “top-two” non-partisan primary, placing all candidates on a single ballot and sending only the two highest vote-getters—regardless of party—to the general election ballot.

While we know very little about the cabal bankrolling SQ836, or their true agenda for wanting to hijack one of the best electoral systems in the country, it’s PR and proponents claim this measure “broadens voter participation, especially among Oklahoma’s Independent Voters.”

In reality, the measure alienates Independent voters, as well as Libertarians, along with the respective candidates of both constituencies.

Gov. Stitt adds two new staffers to focus on legislative relations

Governor Kevin Stitt Welcomes Two New Members to Focus on Legislative Relations

OKLAHOMA CITY (October 28, 2025) - Today, Governor Kevin Stitt announced that Derek Sparks and Jennifer Shoop will join the Governor’s professionals to focus on strengthening relationships with members of the Oklahoma Legislature and supporting the administration’s legislative priorities. 

“Derek and Jennifer bring a wealth of experience and trusted relationships to our office,” said Governor Stitt. “Their understanding of the legislative process and commitment to serving Oklahomans will be invaluable as we continue working to make Oklahoma top ten in everything we do.”

Legislators study impact of data center expansion on Oklahoma’s water resources, power grid

Clinton studies impact of data center expansion on Oklahoma’s water resources and power grid

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Amanda Clinton, D-Tulsa, conducted an Interim Study on the impact of data center expansion on Oklahoma’s water resources and power grid in front of the Utilities Committee. 

Data centers range from small to regional facilities that support hospitals, universities, or private businesses to large-scale developments called “hyperscalers,” that support social media, streaming services and generative AI. Clinton’s study focused primarily on hyperscalers as they are experiencing the most significant growth.

“Data centers are an increasingly significant part of Oklahoma’s economy and infrastructure,” said Clinton. “But as this industry experiences unprecedented growth, it is also poorly understood by many. In short, data centers power our everyday lives, fuel our modern conveniences and make daily tasks more manageable. As our demand for this technology increases, so does the need for data centers. However, these hyperscalers may also use incredible amounts of electricity and water for cooling their servers, while their true economic impact is largely unstudied.”