The Government
[1] of Oklahoma is divided into three branches the Executive branch, the Legislative branch and the Judiciary branch. The Executive Branch of Oklahoma consists of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Auditor & Inspector, Attorney General, State Treasurer, Supt. of Public Instruction and Commissioner of Labor. The Legislative Branch of Oklahoma consists of the House of Representative and the State Senate. The Supreme Court of Oklahoma looks after all the judicial decisions of the state.
The Executive Branch of Oklahoma
The
Governor is the head of the Executive Branch of Oklahoma. The Oklahoma governor serves as the ex-officio Commander-in-Chief of the Oklahoma National Guard. The other responsibilities of the Governor include submitting the budget, ensuring peace within the state and making sure that the state laws are enforced.
Contact DetailsThe Office of Governor
Oklahoma State Capitol
2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Room 212
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone no: (405) 521-2342
Fax: (405) 521-3353
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The
Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma is the second highest elected official in the State. The Lieutenant Governor is elected for four years term. He is also the chairman of the National Lt. Governors Association (NLGA). Presently, he also serves as the Vice Chair of the Aerospace States Association (ASA) and also he is the Chairman of the Republican Lt. Governors Association (RLGA).
Contact DetailsState Capitol
2300 North Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 211
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105
Phone no: 405-521-2161
Fax: 405-525-2702
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The
State Auditor and Inspector of Oklahoma is responsible for auditing the financial accounts of all government agencies within the state.
Contact Details2300 N. Lincoln Blvd
Room 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone no: (405) 521-3495
Fax: (405) 521-3426
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The
Attorney General of
Oklahoma is responsible for all legal counsel and representation for state agencies and employees.
Contact DetailsOklahoma Attorney General's Office
313 NE 21st Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone: (405) 521-3921
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The
State Treasurer of Oklahoma is the chief financial officer of the state. The State Treasurer is responsible to maintain the financial health of the state, promotion of fiscal policy, and operating the unclaimed property program of the state.
Contact Details2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Room 217
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone no: (405) 521-3191
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The
Superintendent of Public Instruction is responsible to teach students and to promote higher student achievements.
Contact Details2500 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma 73105-4599
Phone no: (405) 521-3301
Fax: (405) 521-6205
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The
Commissioner of Labor is responsible to protect, preserve and promote the welfare of the wage earner.
Contact DetailsOklahoma Department of Labor
3017 N Stiles, Suite 100
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone no: (405) 521-6100
Toll Free: (888) 269-5353
Fax: (405) 521-6018
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The Legislative Branch of Oklahoma
The Legislative Branch of Oklahoma comprises of the House of Representative and the State Senate.
The
House of Representatives[2] of Oklahoma consists of 101 members. The House is the larger chamber of the bicameral Oklahoma Legislature. The members of the house are elected for a two-year term. The Speaker is the presiding officer of the House.
Contact DetailsAddress: 2300 N Lincoln Blvd.,
State Capitol Building,
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone no: (405) 521-2711
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The
Senate[3] is the lower house of the Oklahoma legislature. The Senate consists of 48 members elected for two year term. The President Pro Tempore is the leader of the state senate.
Contact DetailsAddress: 2300 N Lincoln Blvd.,
State Capitol Building,
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
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The Judicial Branch of Oklahoma
The Judiciary branch of Oklahoma applies law and regulations and also ensures justice in the state. The Judicial Branch of Oklahoma consists of the Oklahoma Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals, Court of Civil Appeals and Oklahoma District courts. Oklahoma, unlike most states has two courts of last resort the Supreme Court and the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals.
The
Supreme Court of Oklahoma determines all issues regarding civil nature. The Supreme Court of
Oklahoma doesn’t take decisions on any criminal cases. The Oklahoma Supreme Court consist of nine Justices
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The
Court of Criminal Appeals of Oklahoma is the highest court in the State. The court has appellate jurisdiction over criminal cases. The Court of Criminal Appeals is state court of last resort in criminal matters.
Contact DetailsCourt of Criminal Appeals
Oklahoma Judicial Center
2100 N. Lincoln Blvd., Suite 2
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105-4907
Phone: 405-556-9600
Fax: 405-556-9130
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The
Court of Civil Appeals of Oklahoma is responsible for most of appellate decisions. The Court consists of four divisions, each divisions consists of three Judges. Two divisions of the Court of Civil Appeals are located in Oklahoma City and two are located in Tulsa.
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There are 77 D
istrict Courts in Oklahoma.
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The
Workers' Compensation Court is responsible for cases that involve job injuries occurring while an employee is within the scope of employment. The court consists of ten Judges.
Contact Details1915 N. Stiles Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Phone no: (405) 522-8600
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Taxes in Oklahoma
The Tax Commission of Oklahoma is responsible to collect tax
[4] to support the provisions of public services. Oklahoma individuals and corporations are required to pay taxes or fee charges to both levels of government state as well local. Major Taxes administered by the Tax Commission of Oklahoma are:
- Income Tax
- Property Tax
- Sales Tax
- Withholding Tax
- Alcohol and Tobacco tax
- Use Tax
- Tourism Tax
- Franchise Tax
- Gross Production tax
- Business Activity Tax
- Excise Tax
Oklahoma Government Agencies
Under the leadership of the Governor of Oklahoma, many state agencies administer and manage different departments of Oklahoma. The main state agencies of Oklahoma are:
Oklahoma Agriculture Food and Forestry DepartmentThe Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Food and Forestry provides services which protects and promotes food supply and natural resources of Oklahoma while stimulating economic growth.
Contact DetailsOklahoma Agriculture Food and Forestry Department
2800 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City,
OK 73105
Phone no: 405-521-3864
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Oklahoma Health DepartmentThe Health department of the state is responsible to protect the health of all people of the state and offering other essential human services. The department serves as the primary public health protection agency in Oklahoma.
Contact DetailsOklahoma State Department of Health
1000 NE 10th
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
405 -271-5600
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Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation DepartmentThe Department is responsible in enhancing Oklahoma's Image, Partnering with Oklahoma Tourism Leaders and Revitalizing the Oklahoma State Parks System. The main aim of the department is to make the state even bigger, more vital part of our economy.
Contact DetailsOklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department
120 N. Robinson, 6th Floor
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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Oklahoma Transportation Department Oklahoma Department of Transportation maintains public infrastructure that includes railways, state highways, state airports and state seaports. The Department, along with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is the primary infrastructure construction and maintenance agency of the State.
Contact DetailsOklahoma Department of Transportation
200 NE 21st Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73105 Local:
Phone no: 405-522-8000
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Also read:
Government Agencies in Oklahoma
References:
- Government of Oklahoma
- House of Representatives
- State Senate
- Taxes in Oklahoma
