The National Association of Christian Lawmakers has been flooding my inbox with invitations to their annual conference at Liberty University. Why? To push model legislation like Ten Commandments in classrooms, public school chaplains, and mandatory release time for church during school hours.

One of my fondest Twitter memories was sparking a conversation between Micky Dollenz and Oklahoma State Rep. Mickey Dollens. Truly magical.

Oklahoma is facing a serious housing shortage, and I presented 3 common-sense bills to address the problem. Unfortunately, they all failed in committee. Here’s what they would have done & how legislators voted on each of the bills 🧵 1/5

New term, new headshot. Year 9

Republican lawmaker asks Ryan Walters why he wants to spend $3 million in taxes on Bibles for public schools instead of accepting donated Bibles for free…

The OK Supreme Court ruled 7-1 against. SCOTUS’s decision to review this case isn’t about justice - it’s about advancing an agenda.

The Freedom From Religion Foundation is pleased to learn that the Tulsa, Oklahoma City Council recently voted to end its divisive practice of starting meetings with prayer. ffrf.us/4jpIdza

An Oklahoma lawmaker has filed a bill that could amend the state constitution, allowing funds to get redirected to churches. One critic said the goal is to "force taxpayers to subsidize their religion." www.friendlyatheist.com/p/an-oklahom...

HB1046 reduces pet overpopulation & euthanasia rates in animal shelters across OK. "It is a crisis," said Paige Bodden, the owner of Skiatook Paws & Claws Animal Rescue. "Every second of every day, every single day, animals die. I don't know how it can't be considered a crisis."

🚨Remember in 2016 when Oklahomans voted NO on State Question 790, sending a clear message to theocratic politicians at the state capitol that they do NOT want their tax dollars funding religious activities, displays, and purposes? Well, it's back, this time with a sneaky twist.🧵1/6

By eliminating minimum parking mandates, HB1050 allows for more space to build and reduces building costs. webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2025-...

While some Oklahoma lawmakers want to shutdown/ban homeless shelters in rural OK, I've filed a bill (HB1045) to help people get back on their feet: free replacement state IDs for those experiencing homelessness. Imagine that! #okleg HB1045: webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2025-...

"As an elected official and a parent of two elementary school students in Oklahoma, I am deeply concerned by a growing national trend of government overreach that undermines parents’ rights through state-sanctioned religious extremism." www.oklahoman.com/story/opinio...

"Paying large sums to lawyers to attempt to defend ideologically driven legislation has become commonplace in Oklahoma. These resources would be better spent attacking Oklahoma's poor math and reading outcomes." Nice piece from Democrat mickeydollens.bsky.social. www.oklahoman.com/story/opinio...

Forcing the display of the 10 Commandments in every public school classroom will not improve Oklahoma’s ranking of 49th in education. It’s anti-constitutional, anti-parent rights, and fundamentally un-American. @ffrfaction.bsky.social @ffrf.org.web.brid.gy

Animal shelters across Oklahoma face a significant overpopulation problem, leading to overcrowding and high euthanasia rates. This issue affects not only animal welfare but also creates a financial strain on local governments and animal rescue organizations. We can change this! (1/6)

Good luck to SMU football in tonight's ACC Championship game! Beat Clemson! #PonyUp 🐎 @smufootball.bsky.social

Mickey is a gem. I gotta get this. Also, thank you for the amendment about the constitution instead of the bible. I appreciate you, sir.

Theocratic politicians forcing their religion into public school classrooms aren’t just anti-constitutional, they’re anti-parent rights and fundamentally unpatriotic. #ChristianNationalism #AntiConstitutional #ReligiousFreedom #USConstitution #NoNationalReligion #SeparationOfChurchAndState

📚 Now Reading: "The Citizen's Guide to Political Change" by @mickeydollens.bsky.social #OklahomaBlueDot 🔵

In my new book, The Citizen’s Guide to Political Change, I explain the history behind citizen-led ballot initiatives, provide step-by-step instructions on how to take your idea to the ballot box, and include interviews with ordinary citizens making extraordinary change through grassroots organizing.

Rep. Dean Dollens (former mayor of baby town) hard at work on the House floor.

ICYMI: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert calls out State Superintendent Ryan Walters for his Trump Bible grift. (1/4)

Officially sworn in for the 60th Oklahoma Legislature! Thank you to my family, friends, and neighbors in House District 93!

Isn't it just precious watching trolls try and be annoying with no algorithm to boost them.

Today I had the honor of being sworn in for my 5th term in the Oklahoma State Legislature. Thank you to all the voters in House District 93 for allowing me the opportunity to amplify your voice at our state capitol and work on your behalf every single day.

The best way to protect religious freedom from theocrats is to defend the separation of church and state.

First @bsky.app post. Today, I had some time to kill before my next meeting, so I wandered into a @barnesandnoble.bsky.social for the first time since high school. It was just as I remembered, which brought back comforting, nostalgic feelings.