Taxpayer Money for Professional Sports  |  SB13

SB13 increases the payment period for certain qualifying entities within the sports teams and clubs industry from 15 years to 30 years as it relates to the Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program Act.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SB13 on May 24, 2023 by a vote of 31 to 13. We have assigned pluses to the nays because privately-owned billion-dollar organizations, such as the Oklahoma City Thunder, should be expected to pay for their own facilities, which they can more than afford. Forcing people to furnish proliferate amounts of taxpayer money when attending games or concerts to fund crony, corporate-sponsored projects violates their individual liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Property Ownership  |  SB212

SB212 enacts that individuals who are not citizens of the United States are prohibited from directly or indirectly owning land in the state.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SB212 on May 19, 2023 by a vote of 40 to 6. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this is a great first step in preserving state sovereignty. Ultimately, allowing foreigners from countries that reject American values, such as Communist China, to purchase mass amounts of land is a sure way to lose national and state sovereignty. This also compromises national security and impedes on citizens’ rights.

Minor Gender Reassignment Surgery  |  SB613

SB613 forbids healthcare providers from performing gender transition procedures on minors. Violation of this prohibition may result in the revocation of licensure and constitutes a felony offense for the healthcare provider involved.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SB613 on April 27, 2023 by a vote of 37 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the Left has been promoting radical Marxist ideas like this for years. The indoctrination that leads people to believe that they can choose their pronouns and identify as a different gender is immoral. Scientifically and biblically, there are only two genders. Additionally, minors are not yet capable of giving informed consent and should not have the ability to choose a gender that contradicts their scientific classification, causing irreversible damage.

ERIC Prohibition  |  HB2052

HB2052 demands written certification from multistate voter list maintenance organizations, confirming compliance with specified requirements before Oklahoma can join. The bill also limits the provision of motor vehicle license data to non-U.S. citizens. These provisions make it harder for Oklahoma to join the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC).

The Oklahoma State Senate passed HB2052 on April 25, 2023 by a vote of 39 to 5. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because ERIC is a George Soros-funded program that states have no business being involved with. ERIC collects private election data handed over by the states and is not transparent in how it manages that data. Instead of cleaning up the voter rolls, they inflate voter rolls significantly via private voter data.

Con Con  |  HJR1032

HJR1032 applies to Congress, under the provisions of Article V of the U.S. Constitution, to call for a term limits amendment.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed HJR1032 on April 20, 2023 by a vote of 31 to 11. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. The vague and contradictory text contained in this joint resolution dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “Convention for proposing Amendments” or second constitutional convention. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. HJR1032 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.

Forced Student Loans  |  SB93

SB93 requires students to complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to graduate from a public high school.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SB93 on March 9, 2023 by a vote of 37 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the nays because requiring mandatory completion of the FAFSA infringes on individuals’ autonomy and personal financial choices. This bill establishes an overreaching precedent where the state dictates personal decisions and forces citizens to engage in a federal financial aid process, potentially compromising their privacy and freedom of choice.

Taxpayer Money for Professional Sports  |  SB13

SB13 increases the payment period for certain qualifying entities within the sports teams and clubs industry from 15 years to 30 years as it relates to the Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program Act.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SB13 on May 26, 2023 by a vote of 70 to 27. We have assigned pluses to the nays because privately-owned billion-dollar organizations, such as the Oklahoma City Thunder, should be expected to pay for their own facilities, which they can more than afford. Forcing people to furnish proliferate amounts of taxpayer money when attending games or concerts to fund crony, corporate-sponsored projects violates their individual liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

ERIC Prohibition  |  HB2052

HB2052 demands written certification from multistate voter list maintenance organizations, confirming compliance with specified requirements before Oklahoma can join. The bill also limits the provision of motor vehicle license data to non-U.S. citizens. These provisions make it harder for Oklahoma to join Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC).

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed HB2052 on May 15, 2023 by a vote of 79 to 19. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because ERIC is a George Soros-funded program that states have no business being involved with. ERIC collects private election data handed over by the states and is not transparent in how it manages that data. Instead of cleaning up the voter rolls, they inflate voter rolls significantly via private voter data.

Minor Gender Reassignment Surgery  |  SB613

SB613 forbids healthcare providers from performing gender transition procedures on minors. Violation of this prohibition may result in the revocation of licensure and constitutes a felony offense for the healthcare provider involved.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SB613 on April 26, 2023 by a vote of 73 to 18. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the Left has been promoting radical Marxist ideas like this for years. The indoctrination that leads people to believe that they can choose their pronouns and identify as a different gender is immoral. Scientifically and biblically, there are only two genders. Additionally, minors are not yet capable of giving informed consent and should not have the ability to choose a gender that contradicts their scientific classification, causing irreversible damage.

Property Ownership  |  SB212

SB212 stipulates that individuals who are not citizens of the United States are prohibited from directly or indirectly owning land in the state.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SB212 on April 26, 2023 by a vote of 78 to 6. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this is a great first step in preserving state sovereignty. Ultimately, allowing foreigners from countries that reject American values, such as Communist China, to purchase mass amounts of land is a sure way to lose national and state sovereignty. This also compromises national security and impedes on citizens’ rights.

Forced Student Loans  |  SB93

SB93 requires students to complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to graduate from a public high school.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SB93 on April 26, 2023 by a vote of 69 to 28. We have assigned pluses to the nays because requiring mandatory completion of the FAFSA infringes on individuals’ autonomy and personal financial choices. This bill establishes an overreaching precedent where the state dictates personal decisions and forces citizens to engage in a federal financial aid process, potentially compromising their privacy and freedom of choice.

Con Con  |  HJR1032

HJR1032 applies to Congress, under the provisions of Article V of the U.S. Constitution, to call for a term limits amendment.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed HJR1032 on March 21, 2023 by a vote of 59 to 34. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. The vague and contradictory text contained in this joint resolution dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “Convention for proposing Amendments” or second constitutional convention. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. HJR1032 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.

Prohibit the Private Funding of Elections Act  |  HB3046

HB3046 prohibits governments from accepting funds to be used for conducting elections in the state and requires elections be paid for with public funds.

The Oklahoma State House passed HB3046 on March 9, 2022 by a vote of 79 to 18. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because strengthening our election laws are crucial in the preservation of our election process and election integrity. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment. Tightening election laws preserve the integrity of the election process and keeping outside money out of elections will prevent outside influence of outcomes.

Prohibit the Private Funding of Elections Act  |  HB3046

HB3046 prohibits governments from accepting funds to be used for conducting elections in the state and requires elections be paid for with public funds.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed HB3046 on April 27, 2022 by a vote of 37 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because strengthening our election laws are crucial in the preservation of our election process and election integrity. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment. Tightening election laws preserve the integrity of the election process and keeping outside money out of elections will prevent outside influence of outcomes.

State Budget  |  HB4473

HB4473 creates an Inflation Relief Stimulus Fund in the state budget and would appropriate $75 per individual tax filer and $150 for couples who joint file. This would total $181 million dollars.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed HB4473 on May 20, 2022 by a vote of 33 to 10. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this Inflation Relief Stimulus Fund is only temporary relief. The state government should look for a more permanent solution, such as tax decreases which shrink the size of government and hopefully the legislature will act on that soon.

Bathroom Bill  |  SB615

SB615 requires individuals to use restrooms or changing areas based on their sex.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SB615 on May 19, 2022 by a vote of 38 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the left has been promoting woke radical Marxist ideas for years; that you can decide to be any gender you want to be. They believe that people can choose their pronouns and that they can be transgender. Scientifically and biblically, there are two genders and we should not conform to the woke culture of the radical left.

Critical Race Theory Ban  |  HB1775

HB1775 prohibits the teaching of Critical Race Theory in schools and prohibits courses from including certain race based concepts.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed HB1775 on April 29, 2021 by a vote of 38 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because our government is pushing schools to teach racism with Critical Race Theory, which is rooted in communism and is part of the Marxist agenda. The goal is to pit Americans of different races and religions against each other, essentially become a catalyst for more racism. Our education system is broken and corrupt and it is funded by the taxpayers. This legislation is a good step in taking back our schools and protecting our kids.

Religious Freedom Act  |  SB368

SB368 prohibits governmental declaration of religious institutions as nonessential.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SB368 on March 11, 2021 by a vote of 37 to 9. We have assigned the pluses to the ayes because no law shall prohibit free exercise of religion and the right to peacefully assemble.  These rights are protected by both the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and no situation or event in the United States shall lead to the suspension of those rights.

Con-Con  |  SJR23

SJR23 applies for a Convention of States under Article V for proposing amendments to U.S. Constitution.

The Oklahoma State Senate passed SJR23 on March 2, 2021 by a vote of 37 to 10. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. This dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “Convention for proposing Amendments” or second constitutional convention. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. SJR23 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.

Bathroom Bill  |  SB615

SB615 requires individuals to use restrooms or changing areas based on their sex.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SB615 on May 19, 2022 by a vote of 69 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the left has been promoting woke radical Marxist ideas for years; that you can decide to be any gender you want to be. They believe that people can choose their pronouns and that they can be transgender. Scientifically and biblically, there are two genders and we should not conform to the woke culture of the radical left.

Repeal Con-Con Expiration Date  |  HJR1056

HJR1056 repealed the expiration date of a previously-passed resolution allowing Oklahoma to send a delegation to a “gathering of states” to create guidelines for a BBA and/or COS Article V convention.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed HJR1056 on March 23, 2022 by a vote of 66 to 19.  We have assigned pluses to the nays because the state’s application for a constitutional conventional dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “Convention for proposing Amendments” or second constitutional convention. This legislation removes the expiration date for their application for constitutional convention, which is dangerously irresponsible.

Gun Rights – Nullification  |  HB2984

HB2984 strengthened a previously-enacted nullification bill against unconstitutional gun laws, giving state authorities the ability to enforce it.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed HB2984 on March 7, 2022 by a vote of 78 to 15. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the U.S. Constitution, particularly in the 2nd, 9th, and 10th Amendments, and should not be infringed in any situation. Furthermore, under Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, states have a duty to nullify unconstitutional infringements by the federal government.

Religious Freedom Act  |  SB368

SB368 prohibits governmental declaration of religious institutions as nonessential.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SB368 on April 20, 2021 by a vote of 72 to 20. We have assigned the pluses to the ayes because no law shall prohibit free exercise of religion and the right to peacefully assemble.  These rights are protected by both the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and no situation or event in the United States shall lead to the suspension of those rights.

Con-Con  |  SJR23

SJR23 applies for a Convention of States under Article V for proposing amendments to U.S. Constitution.

The Oklahoma State House of Representatives passed SJR23 on April 20, 2021 by a vote of 62 to 26. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. This dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “Convention for proposing Amendments” or second constitutional convention. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. SJR23 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.