Budget Briefing: Gov. Fallin: Education a ‘Priority,’ But No Promise of Increased Funding

Fallin Discusses Education Funding at Town Hall Meeting – “Gov. Mary Fallin said Wednesday she remains committed to education but stopped short of promising more money for it.” Tulsa World

Oklahoma Lawmaker Takes Aim at Growth, Use of State Tax Credits – “Rep. David Dank, R-Oklahoma City, took particular aim at the home office tax credit, which he said is granted to insurance companies based in the state that employ a certain number of workers.” Associated Press

EMSA Board Signs Off on 4 Percent Raises – “While city of Tulsa employees received no raises this fiscal year, EMSA employees will receive raises for the third year in a row, despite an ongoing state investigative audit and largely critical city review.” Tulsa World

Groups Ask that State Supreme Court Allow Dam Bond Sale – “The original legislation said the funds would be used for improvements to the Zink Dam and to build two other dams on the Arkansas River, but the two dams in Sand Springs and Jenks are no longer contemplated for the $25 million bond sale, Anderson’s brief said.” Tulsa World