Press & Media Center
Welcome to the media and press center for Open Government Initiative, Incorporated. Here you’ll find the latest press releases, news coverage, and media assets about our movement for civic change. For all media inquiries, please use the contact information below and subscribe to media updates at the bottom of this page.
Press Contact
- Name: Charles Key
- Title: Media spokesperson and former OK state representative
- Email: charles@opengovernmentok.com
- Phone: (405) 787-9333
Latest Press Releases
- Focused on the Veto
April 12, 2026 – Oklahoma City, OK
Open Government Initiative, Incorporated (OGII), today emphasized the importance of Oklahoma’s initiative petition process as a critical “people’s veto”; a constitutional tool that allows citizens to directly challenge decisions made by the Legislature and restore balance in state government.
- Citizen Initiative SQ 840 Aims to Restore Fairness in the Oklahoma Legislature
April 11, 2026 – Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma citizens are being called to action as State Question 840 (SQ 840) advances through the state’s initiative process. The proposal seeks to address concerns that legislative power has become concentrated in the hands of a small group of leaders, limiting the ability of elected representatives to fully serve their constituents.
- Signature Collection begins April 18 for State Question 840
April 10, 2026 – Oklahoma City, OK
Supporters of State Question 840 will begin a 90-day signature drive on April 18, 2026, to place the measure on the ballot. The proposal will guarantee legislative hearing rights, require minimum bill consideration, and enforce accountability with penalties, aiming to improve fairness, transparency, and representation.
- Oklahomans Launch Bold Campaign for Legislative Reform
September 10, 2025 – Oklahoma City, OK
Open Government Initiative, Inc. will hold a press conference at the Oklahoma State Capitol to announce the ‘Stolen Government’ ballot measure which brings legislative reform to Oklahoma and ends killing bills without a hearing. Join the movement—Create a free account and pledge to sign our ballot measure petition today.
Media Assets
About Our Organization
- Full Organization Name: Open Government Initiative, Incorporated
- Abbreviated: Open Government Initiative, Inc.
- Acronym: OGII
Open Government Initiative, Incorporated is an Oklahoma-registered nonprofit organization with 501(c)(4) status pending. We use citizen petitions to expose and end corruption embedded in Oklahoma’s legislative process. Our nonpartisan movement empowers voters to strengthen civic engagement and achieve fair legislative representation.
Through our website, supporters can create accounts and pledge to sign ballot measures, allowing us to pre-verify Oklahoma registered voters before the official in-person signature campaigns begin. Join the movement and make your voice count today.
🗳️ About Our Ballot Measure
- Stolen Government: Stop the practice of killing bills without a hearing.
