Category Archives: State

National Unclaimed Property Day

By Staff Report

More than $1 billion in unclaimed property is sitting in state custody, and thousands of Oklahomans may not even know they’re owed money. In recognition of National Unclaimed Property Day (Feb. 1), the Oklahoma State Treasurer’s Office is reminding residents to search their name and claim what’s theirs, some in amounts that could make a meaningful financial difference.

“Behind each unclaimed account is a person, a family or a business that could benefit from these funds,” said Oklahoma State Treasurer Todd Russ. “Whether it’s a refund, insurance claim check or the contents of a safe deposit box, National Unclaimed Property Day is a timely opportunity to reclaim what belongs to you.”

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Legislators to Halt Data Capture

By David Arnett

A group of Oklahoma legislators, led by Sen. Kendal Sacchieri (R-Blanchard), has filed an emergency petition with the Oklahoma Supreme Court seeking an immediate stay and temporary injunction to prevent Service Oklahoma from transferring Oklahoma driver license and identification card data to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators’ (AAMVA) State-to-State/SPEXS system, currently scheduled for mid-February 2026.

The petitioners argue that transferring sensitive identity data without explicit legislative approval could expose Oklahomans to heightened privacy and security risks and undermine public confidence in state institutions according to a media release today.

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OK Rep. Pittman Pleads Guilty

By David Arnett

Analysis: State Rep. Ayshia “Ajay” Pittman pleaded guilty today to felony charges related to submitting a forged check to the Oklahoma Ethics Commission following an investigation by Attorney General. As part of her sentence, Pittman will resign from her elected position in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

Oklahoma House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City released a statement in response worthy of careful review. Munson begins by saying,“I’ve been made aware of the resignation of Rep. Ajay Pittman” which begs the question of what it takes to get a Democratic Party Leader engaged in the democratic process or concerned about criminality of her party.

Former-President Auto-Pen and now former-OK Rep. Ajay Pittman (D-OKC)
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School Based Health Care Concerns

By Staff Report

The rapid rollout of government‑run medical clinics in Oklahoma’s public schools is shifting our education system from teaching children to recruiting youth into government‑managed health programs. This School Based Health Care (SBHC) expansion places students at risk, weakens parental authority, and diverts schools away from their academic mission.

Taxpayers are left carrying a massive financial burden, while the structure of these programs opens the door to Medicaid misuse and serious statutory and constitutional violations. Oklahomans deserve transparency, lawful governance, and schools that prioritize education, not government‑run medical operations. You can make your voice heard on this topic Monday, February 2nd, at the OK State Capital.

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Insurance Dept. Medicare Webinars

By Staff Report

The Oklahoma Insurance Department’s (OID) Medicare Assistance Program (MAP) will continue its free Medicare Mondays webinar series in 2026, offering live and on-demand education for Oklahomans navigating Medicare.

The webinars, which take place at 10 a.m. on the first Monday of each month, provide unbiased information on essential Medicare topics for current enrollees and those approaching eligibility. Since launching in 2023, Medicare Mondays have helped hundreds better understand their Medicare options.

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