Friday, May 28, 2010

Oklahoma Center Slated For Closing Stays Open

PAULS VALLEY, Okla. — Southern Oklahoma Resource Center will not be closed this year.
The center for those with severe developmental and physical disabilities was targeted for closure Friday in a bill passed by a special House budget committee.
House Bill 2456 had been on its way to the House for consideration, but now it appears it will not get an audience
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State Rep. Lisa Billy, R-Purcell, said House Speaker Chris Benge has assured her the bill will not be heard, allowing it to die this legislative session. She said a legislative study is planned for the fall, when lawmakers can hear both sides before making a decision. She said the study will allow a thorough review of the issue and lay out the pros and cons of the proposal to the families of those living at the center.

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