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Oklahoma Supreme Court allows consideration of legislative history in statute interpretation.

Legal Reference Services Quarterly
Legislative History: A Guide for the State of Oklahoma
Darla Jackson

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Limited Oklahoma legislative history is available, but recent efforts by the legislature aim to provide more sources. The Oklahoma Supreme Court recognizes that legislative history can help interpret state statutes.

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