Modernizing Constituent Surveys
These email updates frequently opine about the need to modernize government processes. I certainly want to practice what I preach and apply these same concepts…
State Government
Brooks Mitchell speaks in Guthrie at Republican forum
Oklahoma Corporation Commission candidate Brooks Mitchell spoke at the public forum held by The First Capital Republican Women and the Logan County GOP.
Courthouse facing overcrowding, handicap facility issues
The Logan County Courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but the historic structure is having a hard time dealing with day-to-day…
Reducing the State Income Tax
Over the next few days, the Legislature will consider a proposal to reduce Oklahoma’s income tax. This year, Oklahoma state government will have more than…
The Terrible Legislative Budgeting Process
I suspect many Oklahomans envision that their state budget is carefully deliberated through the legislative committee system. They may believe the committee members understand the…
Texans should never have more convenience than Oklahomans
Last Monday, the web developers from the ok.gov organization released a new update to the state’s official website located at ok.gov. Each day hundreds of…
A real states rights solution
I hear often from House District 31 constituents regarding their frustration with the ever increasing encroachment of the federal government. From the fear of new…
Modernization Legislation Signed This Week Already Saving Nearly a Million Dollars
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin has signed a key cost-saving government modernization initiative. House Bill 2197 outlines what appears to be one of the most aggressive…
Social Media and State Government
I am fascinated by potential application of social media to enable citizens to have a transparent, public and open dialog with government officials. Because of…
National Recognition for Oklahoma
Last Tuesday, the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) released its publication entitled, Rich States, Poor States. This is one of the most important reports for…
It Matters When Politicians Vote Themselves A Pay Raise
A few weeks ago I published the latest version of the House District 31 transportation report. You can read the report online at hd31.org/293.
Sleep Deprived Legislators Should Never Try To Make Policy
You may have recently observed the fascinating dialog in the United State Supreme Court as the court heard oral arguments about the constitutionality of the…
States Rights And Gas Prices
Last week’s Presidential visit brought a lot of attention to the issue of energy and gas prices.
The Other Benefits of Eliminating State Income Tax
Last week, legislators had to meet one of the most important legislative deadlines of the year. In order for a bill to stay alive in…
Murphey Calls for Legislative Pay Decrease
GUTHRIE – State Rep. Jason Murphey continued his mid-March tradition of presenting a yearly donation of $8,241.92 from his legislative salary to officials from Crossroads, An…
Increasing Funding for County Roads
Last week the House approved an important bill by State Rep. TW Shannon. His bill is designed to increase funding for county roads and bridges….
Stopping Higher Ed From Incurring More Debt
Over the years I have greatly enjoyed the opportunity to work with the Senators whose Senate districts overlap with House District 31. I have found…
2012 HD 31 Transportation Report
This week I will release the 2012 House District 31 transportation update. This update provides House District 31 residents with the latest schedule of upcoming…
State Taxation Should Not Expand To The Internet
You may have seen a recent commercial featuring the Google Chrome web browser. The commercial shows a progression of steps demonstrating how a small bakery…
House coalition’s income tax phase-out bill passes first legislative hurdle
Legislation to responsibly phase out Oklahoma’s personal income tax over 10 years and spark long-term economic and job growth in the state cleared its first…