Oklahoma Policy Institute (OK Policy) is committed to advancing policies aimed at alleviating poverty, promoting fiscal responsibility, and expanding economic opportunity. To that end, OK Policy conducts objective analysis of state policy issues in order to better position Oklahoma to become a more prosperous, better educated, healthier, and increasingly equitable state.

Issue Brief: On the Brink: Oklahoma Families Are Already Facing Tough Times (May 2008)

This brief provides an overview of some of the main factors contributing to the economic squeeze on Oklahoma households. It then reviews some of the indicators revealing the extent and range of hardships that are confronting many families, including rising poverty rates, lack of access to adequate food and health care, and increasing bankruptcy filings and home foreclosures.

Media Release

Report Finds More Oklahoma Families Already Facing Tough Times; Economic Downturn Poses Threat of Increased Hardships

Fact Sheet: On the Brink: Oklahoma Families Are Already Facing Tough Times (May 2008)

This fact sheet summarizes the main factors contributing to the economic squeeze on Oklahoma households.

Fact Sheet: Property Taxes in Oklahoma (May 2008)

Property taxes, also known as ad valorem taxes, are the largest single local government revenue sources in Oklahoma (54% of local government tax revenue). This fact sheet summarizes many elements of property taxes in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma's Fiscal Outlook: Facing the Challenges to Achieve Our Common Goals (rev. May 2008)

This presentation examines challenges to achieving better education, improved health and social services, better transportation and infrastructure, improved public safety and other common goals.

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