Legislature revives international exchange with Israel

OKLAHOMA CITY – An economic initiative supported by two southwest Oklahoma legislators helped to reestablish the Oklahoma- Israel Exchange Commission, known as OKIE.Reps.

Federal regulators impose numerous requirements on Oklahoma bank

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Federal bank regulators, apparently spooked by the collapse last year of three major banks, issued a Cease-and-Desist/ Consent order in May against an Oklahoma bank.

Immigration policy may jeopardize state revenue

OKLAHOMA CITY – Debate still swirls around the state’s new immigration reform policy, House Bill 4156, which was signed into law by Gov. Kevin Stitt on April 30.

USDA awards grants for renewable energy projects

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Insufficient chargers dampen enthusiasm for EVs, surveys show

A new survey says nearly half of the owners of electric vehicles in the U.S. aren’t happy with their purchase and regret making the switch from gasoline- powered vehicles to EVs.The Mobility Consumer Pulse for 2024, a survey conducted by McKinsey & Co.

Energy/Business Briefs

• The Supreme Court opened the door Monday to new, broad challenges to regulations long after they take effect, the third blow in a week to federal agencies,reported the Associated Press.

Power cannot be disconnected during triple-digit temps

From staff reports The Oklahoma Corporation Commission reminds ratepayers that utility companies are forbidden from disconnecting electric service during periods of blistering heat such as that which Oklahoma has been and still is experiencing.

Oklahomans applaud decision to overturn Chevron ruling

A decision Friday by the U.S. Supreme Court to upend a 40-year-old decision making it easier for the federal government to regulate the environment, public health and other areas drew strong applause from Oklahoma groups and leaders.

ONE Gas increases credit deal with lenders totaling $1.275B

From staff reports ONE Gas just upped its credit agreement from $1.2 billion to $1.275 billion.In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company confirmed its lender joinder and commitment increase agreement. Bank of America N.A.

Wheat Commission highlights education, marketing efforts

From staff reports Mike Schulte, executive director of the Oklahoma Wheat Commission, recently spoke about working with influencers to promote Oklahoma’s wheat and upcoming wheat industry events.