Oklahoma lawmakers advanced a cost-of-living relief package to the governor, backing temporary tax and fee cuts in a unanimous weighted vote as inflation remains a top political issue.

An Oklahoma bill would temporarily suspend state sales tax on groceries, trim some fuel taxes and fees, and offer a one-year permitting break as inflation remains a top political issue.

Governor Fred Bartel has participated in police ride-alongs to gain firsthand insight into law enforcement needs and crime-fighting efforts in Oklahoma.