While President Trump held talks with China’s leaders, another ship was attacked and another seized by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, moves that caused only a little movement in crude oil prices. Iran’s state media claimed nearly 30 ships had been allowed to pass through the strait but the attack that sank one …
May 14, 2026 archive
Mitchell talks energy with Jerry Bohnen—CWIP and a data protection law
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1330368332523369 CWIP, the controversial measure that became law last year returns in full force to Oklahoma. Regulators approved its use on some of the $1.5 billion in expanded power projects by Public Service Company of Oklahoma. Plus, the Boles/Green consumer protection bill from data centers becomes law. They are some of the topics …
Bill protects Oklahoma consumers
Boles, Green Applaud Governor for Signing Bill Protecting Consumers from Rising Utility Costs Tied to New Data Centers Rep. Brad Boles, R-Marlow, and Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, are praising Gov. Kevin Stitt for signing House Bill 2992, the Data Center Consumer Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026, into law on Monday, May 11. The measure is …
Kansas regulators side with ranchers
Ranchers force redraw of Flint Hills Transmission line The ranchers and farmers who fought a proposed 133-mile transmission line route through their historic Flint Hills lands in Kansas won a fight before the Kansas Corporation Commission. Regulators decided this week that Evergy, the utility wanting to build the line through the Flint Hills and into …
OGE hands out college scholarships
Three deserving high school seniors from Oklahoma and Arkansas earn $60,000 scholarships and surprise school celebrations for their achievements OG&E announced the recipients of its 2026 Positive Energy Scholarship, recognizing three high school seniors in Oklahoma and western Arkansas for their academic achievement, leadership and commitment to their communities. This year’s recipients are Makayla …
E15 bill wins House Support
When the U.S. House voted this week in support of a bill to allow for nationwide, year-round E15 gasoline sales, it resulted in a split vote by Oklahoma’s House members. Reps. Frank Lucas and Stephanie Bice voted in support of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025. It was opposed by …
Chemical spill cleaned up
(Fort Smith Times Record) The EPA says a chemical spill near the Arkansas-Oklahoma state line did not reach the Poteau River. The spill happened May 2 at C&S Chemicals located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It involved 77,877 gallons of acidified aluminum sulfate which spilled into a nearby creek. Another 2,900 gallons of sulfuric acid …
OK Senate moves on gas tax relief
Senate Moves to Ensure Oklahomans Benefit from Potential Federal Gas Tax Relief Pro Tem Paxton Calls on House to Stop ‘Waiting’ and Pass Measure Immediately The Oklahoma Senate has amended legislation to ensure Oklahomans will see lower prices at the pump if the federal government suspends the federal gasoline tax. Earlier this week, President Donald …
Energy briefs—US oil to China?
China talks oil ** The White House says that Chinese President Xi Jinping, in his meeting with President Trump, “expressed interest” in buying more U.S. oil to reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. Ship sunk ** “In the latest incident on the trade route, an Indian cargo vessel carrying livestock from Africa to the …
Hot weather prompts SPP advisory
Hot weather in Oklahoma and surrounding states prompted the Southwest Power Pool grid to issue an advisory about anticipated increased demand for electric use. The SPP launched the Resource Advisory for the West Balancing Authority area on Wednesday, explaining it will be in effect until Thursday, May 14. Temperatures in Oklahoma are expected to reach …