Sen. Carri Hicks’s Press Releases

Leaders of the House and Senate Democratic Caucuses issued the following statements on Monday after filing two measures, House Joint Resolution 1030 and Senate Joint Resolution 19, disapproving the new social studies standards approved and submitted by the State Board of Education.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The full Senate has given unanimous, bipartisan approval for legislation aimed at better identifying and helping children with dyslexia, a learning disorder that can hinder a child’s ability to read. Sen.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following statements after passage of Senate Bill 796, targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at the state’s colleges and universities.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following statements after the Senate approved two measures limiting free speech and providing inadequate protections for religious minorities.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Senate has unanimously approved legislation expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard. Senate Bill 31, by Sen.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following statements in reaction to the president’s executive order dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. 

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, and Sen.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, said she is thrilled that Wiley Post Elementary in Oklahoma City has been awarded a grant from the Oklahoma Arts Council that will help combine art and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) to fuel children’s imaginations and interest in learning.