Press Releases

FELT – Sen. Casey Murdock, R-Felt, urged Oklahomans to remain vigilant after the New World Screwworm was detected in the United States for the first time in decades.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of the New World Screwworm in Zavala County, Texas on Wednesday. This pest is an invasive species whose larvae infest the open wounds of livestock and other mammals.

New law extends foster care services from 18-to-21years old

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, today applauded Governor Kevin Stitt for signing Senate Bill 1806, legislation extending foster care services from age 18-to- 21 to help provide stability and support for young adults transitioning into adulthood.