OKLAHOMA CITY – Following up on legislation from earlier this year, Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, today announced she has filed for an interim study to further the conversation and research potentially harmful food dyes.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Economic Development, Workforce, and Tourism Chair Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, and Sen. Todd Gollihare, R-Kellyville, today celebrated the announcement of a new Kratos Defense & Security Solutions facility coming to Bristow. The advanced manufacturing site will produce tactical jet engines for U.S. defense systems and is expected to bring dozens of high-quality jobs to Creek County and surrounding areas.

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Senate today gave final approval to Senate Bill 324, authored by Senator Kristen Thompson, establishing a long-overdue Research and Development (R&D) Rebate Program aimed at boosting high-tech investment and innovation across the state.

Oklahoma City — The Senate LEAD Committee is recognizing the major impact of the 2025 Oklahoma Innovation Expansion Program (OIEP), which is driving strong returns for taxpayers and communities statewide.

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill to ensure Oklahoma students receive consistent, in-person instruction throughout the school year is on its way to the governor. Senate Bill 758, co-authored by Senate President Pro Tempore Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, and Sen.

OKLAHOMA CITY – In a decisive stand against human trafficking and illicit massage operations, the Oklahoma Senate has passed Senate Bill 644 by Sen. Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, reaffirming the right of cities and counties to regulate where and how massage businesses operate.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate today advanced two landmark measures authored by Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, aimed at protecting Jewish students and combatting antisemitism in schools and on college campuses.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Senate honored the legacy of women who played a critical role in America’s war effort during World War II by commemorating Rosie the Riveter Day. Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, led the Senate floor recognition, celebrating the contributions of female aircraft technicians and support personnel as well as the lasting impact of women in the aviation and aerospace industries.

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate Education Committee has approved 

SB 4 Prohibits Harmful Food Additives Linked to Health Risks

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Senate Committee on Agriculture and Wildlife has passed Senate Bill 4, legislation by Senator Kristen Thompson, R-Edmond, aimed at protecting public health by banning certain harmful food additives.