The author discusses their decision to withdraw support from the Save Oklahoma Plan due to concerns over the mandatory E-Verify requirement, while still expressing strong support for Representative Shaw and six other aspects of the plan. They advocate for unity and cooperation to focus on upcoming elections, emphasizing the importance of collaboration over conflict.
OK Rep. Jim Shaw discussed the “Save Oklahoma Plan,” emphasizing the importance of E-Verify to combat illegal employment practices in Oklahoma. The plan includes stopping the green energy agenda, biosludge dumping, foreign land ownership, toll roads, vaccine status discrimination and taxpayer-funded lobbying. Also mandatory E-Verify use for all employees.
Jim Shaw, a political newcomer, defeated incumbent Kevin Wallace in a surprising primary upset due to grassroots support against wind turbines and sewage dumping in Oklahoma. Despite significant opposition from established political figures, Shaw’s efforts were undermined as his bills faced inaction in the House, resulting in a perceived lack of representation for his constituents.
On February 7, the ROPE Report podcast featured discussions with Senator Shane Jett, Representative Jim Shaw, and Saundra Traywick about legislative efforts in Oklahoma to ban biosolids from farmland. Concerns were raised over the toxicity of biosludge, particularly its association with PFAs, prompting calls for regulation and support for specific bills addressing these issues.