Capitol Insider

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Capitol Insider episodes

August 21 State employee health insurance premiums increasing in 2027
A state board has approved a large increase in the cost of state employee health insurance premiums starting January 1st, further stressing state agencies and employees.
6 min
August 14 Oklahoma economic strength leads to more state revenue
New General Revenue Fund figures show lawmakers will have a billion dollars more available to spend than expected heading into the 2027 legislative session.
7 min
August 07 How does Oklahoma rate in economic development?
Various rankings compare how states are doing in economic development and quality of life. Dr. Robert Dauffenbach analyzes the ratings and where Oklahoma stands.
10 min
July 24 Investigation continues into allegations against state representative
State Representative Danny Williams, Republican from Seminole, is under investigation for alleged improper conduct toward a House employee.
6 min
July 17 Chancellor Sean Burrage on new developments in Higher Ed
This has been an eventful year for Oklahoma colleges and universities. The CEO for the State System of Higher Education, Chancellor Sean Burrage, gives us an update.
11 min
July 10 Drummond sues another insurance company over storm claims
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed a new lawsuit alleging that home insurer Allstate underpaid or denied wind and hail damage claims made by Oklahomans.
6 min
July 03 U.S. Supreme Court decision upholds Oklahoma transgender athlete law
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in a transgender athlete case affirms state law in more than two dozen states, including Oklahoma.
6 min
June 26 State Regents approve tuition and fee increases for higher education
Oklahoma state colleges and universities have received the go-ahead to raise tuition and fees to address rising costs.
6 min
June 19 Reviewing Oklahoma Primary Election results
Surprises, trends and a rare occurrence in the recent Oklahoma Primary Election, along with the defeat of a state question that would have raised the minimum wage.
6 min
June 12 New World screwworms threaten agriculture, prompt state response
With screwworms found in Texas and New Mexico, states including Oklahoma have accelerated efforts to contain the threat to agriculture and the economy.
6 min

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A discussion of the week's news from Oklahoma's State Capitol between KGOU Public Radio's Dick Pryor and Quorum Call's Shawn Ashley, plus interviews with newsmakers. You can also watch Capitol Insider…