Oklahoma

Oklahoma Commission Under Fire for Violating Cockfighting Regulations: Leadership Accountability in Question

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — A recent investigation has brought to light potential violations of cockfighting regulations by an Oklahoma commission. The alleged infractions have raised questions about the commission’s adherence to state laws designed to prohibit such activities. According to reports, the Oklahoma Animal Intervention Commission has come under scrutiny after concerns emerged regarding its operations and possible links to cockfighting. This situation has captured significant attention from animal rights advocates and state lawmakers alike. The commission, primarily tasked with overseeing animal welfare, is facing allegations that it may not have adequately enforced laws against … Read more

Oklahoma Enacts New Laws to Curb Foreign Litigation Funding and Limit Non-Economic Damages

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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma — Recent legislative actions in Oklahoma have introduced new regulations concerning foreign funding in legal disputes and set limits on non-economic damages awarded in lawsuits. These measures, driven by concerns over the effects of foreign influence in the legal system and skyrocketing litigation costs, are anticipated to have significant implications for both plaintiffs and defendants. The new laws stem from growing unease regarding funders based outside the United States who provide financial backing for lawsuits. Such funding can influence legal proceedings, raising questions about fairness and accountability in the judicial process. With … Read more

Oklahoma Launches Food Truck Freedom Act: One License to Boost Entrepreneurship and Simplify Operations

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Oklahoma City, OK — A new law signed this week by Governor Kevin Stitt is set to ease the burden on food truck operators across Oklahoma, addressing the complicated and often expensive licensing procedures they have faced for years. The newly enacted Food Truck Freedom Act, formally known as House Bill 1076, introduces a unified statewide license for mobile food vendors. Under the previous regulations, food truck owners were required to obtain separate permits for each city and county where they wanted to operate, leading to significant challenges for small business owners. The bipartisan legislation, … Read more

Federal Judge Sides with Oklahoma Superintendent in Defamation Suit Over Teacher’s Resignation and Controversial Classroom QR Code

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA — A federal judge has ruled in favor of Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters, dismissing a lawsuit brought by former Norman High School English teacher Summer Boismier. The litigation stemmed from allegations made by Boismier against Walters following the controversy of a QR code linked to a library project that provided access to banned books. Boismier resigned in the wake of parental backlash after she provided her students with a QR code that directed them to the Brooklyn Public Library’s “Books Unbanned” initiative. This project makes books that have been banned from … Read more