![]() Budget & Tax, Higher Education Let’s prioritize Oklahoma workforce needs
The rot in Oklahoma’s higher-education system is widespread. It’s time for state lawmakers and Gov. Kevin Stitt to redirect funding to more productive uses.
Brandon Dutcher | October 26, 2023 Let’s prioritize Oklahoma workforce needs Click the headline to read the full article at OCPA. ![]() Education Oklahoma school-choice tax credit implementation advances
If Gov. Kevin Stitt supports the rules as expected, Oklahoma families will be able to apply for refundable tax credits to pay for private-school tuition starting on Dec. 1.
Ray Carter | October 25, 2023 Oklahoma school-choice tax credit implementation advances Click the headline to read the full article at OCPA. ![]() Law & Principles As electricity rates surge, proposal may reduce competition
Oklahoma has shifted from having some of the nation’s most affordable electricity rates to being ranked among the most expensive. A proposal being considered at the Oklahoma Legislature could reduce competitive bidding for new transmission lines, which critics warn could drive prices up even higher.
Ray Carter | October 24, 2023 As electricity rates surge, proposal may reduce competition Click the headline to read the full article at OCPA. ![]() Education Oklahoma reading instruction, teacher prep, failing students
Despite spending billions of taxpayer dollars on public schools each year, a strong majority of Oklahoma children are not proficient in reading.
Ray Carter | October 20, 2023 Oklahoma reading instruction, teacher prep, failing students Click the headline to read the full article at OCPA. ![]() Higher Education Experts warn Oklahoma college DEI programs likely illegal
Oklahoma’s higher-education chancellor told lawmakers that colleges are forced to impose DEI requirements because it has become a condition of accreditation. But that’s not the full story, experts say.
Ray Carter | October 19, 2023 Experts warn Oklahoma college DEI programs likely illegal Click the headline to read the full article at OCPA. |
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