The New York Times: Governors Criticize Gridlock in Congress
By Rick Lyman
WASHINGTON — The nation’s governors criticized Congress on Wednesday for the political gridlock that they said had stymied passage of almost every federal initiative most needed by the states, and reiterated their calls for help from...
01/16/2014
Oklahoma Insurance Agent Arrested for Exploitation of the Elderly
OKLAHOMA CITY – An investigation by the Oklahoma Insurance Department’s Anti-Fraud Unit has led to the arrest of Tulsa insurance agent Presley Keith Dennis. He is accused of defrauding a Muskogee couple out of nearly $300,000.
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01/16/2014
Request For Proposal
The Board of Trustees of the Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) has issued a Request for Proposal for Master Custodian, Commission Recapture and Securities Lending. This RFP covers two retirement systems OPERS and The Uniform Retirement System for...
01/15/2014
Employers Need Skilled Workers
Oklahoma's business sector is strong, but worker credentials are not, which has created a skills gap for employers trying to fill jobs.
Gov. Mary Fallin Delivers NGA State of the States Address
Speech Highlights Governors’ Ability to Lead Despite Inaction in Washington
WASHINGTON— National Governors Association (NGA) Chair Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin and Vice Chair Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper today delivered the association’s...
01/14/2014
AG Pruitt's Statement on Federal District Judge Ruling on Same-Sex Marriage
“It is a troubling decision,” Attorney General Scott Pruitt said. “As the Supreme Court recently noted in the Windsor case, it is up to the states to decide how to define marriage, not the federal government. There is a case involving the State of Utah...
Gov. Fallin Issues Statement on Marriage Ruling
OKLAHOMA CITY – Governor Mary Fallin released this statement today on U.S. Senior District Judge Terence Kern’s ruling that Oklahoma’s legal definition of marriage is unconstitutional:
"In 2004, the people of Oklahoma voted...
01/14/2014
When It Comes To Firewood, Buy It Where You Burn It
Oklahoma Forestry Services is asking Oklahomans to buy firewood near the location where they will burn it to help prevent the spread of insects and diseases that can kill trees and devastate recreation spots.
OFS joins other states and national agencies in the...
01/14/2014
When It Comes To Firewood, Buy It Where You Burn It
Oklahoma Forestry Services is asking Oklahomans to buy firewood near the location where they will burn it to help prevent the spread of insects and diseases that can kill trees and devastate recreation spots.
OFS joins other states and national agencies in the...
01/14/2014
OPERS Awarded for Excellence in Adminstration, Funding and Financial Reporting
The Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) was recently recognized by two national organizations for meeting professional standards in administration and funding, as well as excellence in financial reporting.
For the second consecutive year, the Public Pension...
01/14/2014
Treasurer Miller Elected Chair of National Treasurers Foundation
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma State Treasurer Ken Miller has been elected chairman of the foundation that supports the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST).
The nomination of Miller was made by Maryland State Treasurer Nancy Kopp and seconded by...