AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTribal Data Center Push: A new report says big tech is mapping dozens of data center projects near Native lands, raising alarms about water, power, and consultation as federal policy accelerates development. Local Elections: Tulsa County district attorney races are going uncontested in many places, leaving voters with few choices and putting more weight on candidate recruitment rules. State Government Shakeup: Gov. Kevin Stitt tapped Oklahoma CFO Aaron Morris to serve as interim head of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority after the current director announced he’ll step down. Medicaid/“Orphan Tax” Update: Oklahoma will end diverting Social Security survivor benefits from foster youth, joining other states to protect those funds. Oklahoma Ballot Access Fight: An Oklahoma Supreme Court referee heard arguments over whether signatures were improperly rejected under the state’s initiative petition rules. Courts & Criminal Justice: Swadley’s defense says AG staff illegally monitored protected jail calls, while a separate case highlights how Oklahoma’s cold-case review law is meant to bring fresh forensic attention. Tribal Gaming Regulation: Oklahoma tribal leaders are urging federal action against online prediction markets they say function like sports betting without proper oversight. City Politics: Tulsa councilors will decide whether to put a hotel tax increase on the November ballot.
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