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Oklahomans speak out on SQ 847

Election resources • SQ 847 Fact Sheet | SQ 847 Explainer Video • What’s on the ballot for the November 3, 2026 elections in Oklahoma? • Vote NO on SQ 845 and SQ 847 | Oklahomans need real solutions. These proposals aren’t them. State Question 847 — being decided by Oklahoma voters on Nov. 3,

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Oklahoma lawmakers examine alternatives to unnecessary pretrial detention (Capitol Update)

Last week, the House Public Safety Committee, chaired by Rep. David Hardin, R-Stilwell, held an interim study on criminal pretrial procedures, with Rep. Erick Harris, R-Edmond, presenting. Harris said that, with the overcrowded conditions in Oklahoma’s jails and corrections system, he wants to make certain there is enough room to hold those who need to

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Weekly Wonk: SQ 845 would make major changes to how judges are chosen in Oklahoma (video) | An informed vote begins before Election Day | OK Policy is hiring; deadline is Sunday night

What’s up this week at Oklahoma Policy Institute? The Weekly Wonk shares our most recent publications and other resources to help you stay informed about Oklahoma. Numbers of the Day and Policy Notes are from our daily news briefing, In The Know. Click here to subscribe to In The Know. This Week from OK Policy

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