Summary:

– Tulsa Rep. Meloyde Blancett led a study on anonymous “ dark money ” in Oklahoma elections .

– Nearly $4M has been spent on political ads for the 2026 general election.

– Lawmakers consider reforms inspired by other states to increase transparency and voter trust.

Some Oklahoma lawmakers are keen on regulating independent political expenditures — also known as ‘dark money’ donations — used to influence state and local elections. An interim study of the subject in the House Elections and Ethics Committee discussed the dangers and possible solutions to a growing concern.

Tulsa Democrat Rep. Meloyde Blancett led the interim study on dark money before the House Elections and Ethics Committee on Monday.

Dark money refers to anonymous political contributions made throug

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