The Legislature on Monday stabilized the current year budget to prevent cuts to agencies and affirmed Gov. Kevin Stitt’s expanded health emergency declaration, which gives the governor additional authority to respond to COVID-19.
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On Monday, the House and Senate held a joint press conference regarding agreed upon procedures for considering legislation for an indefinite period as a response to the COVID-19.
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There are about 590 incorporated towns and cities scattered across Oklahoma. Some 520 of them are home to fewer than 7,000 people.
Needless to say, small-town issues are often at the forefront of discussions when the Oklahoma Congress of Mayors convenes. About 70 mayors took part in just such a gathering held recently at the state Capitol.
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