@EllynHefner

State House Representative for HD 87

 Oklahoma House District 87
ellynhefner.com/
Joined June 2022
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It’s an honor to serve House District 87 and I would be humbled to continue for another term. I’m looking forward to visiting with my constituents about the common sense legislation I’ve been working on at the State Capitol and how I can best serve them. #HD87
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New estimates show that #colleges are serving far more students with #autism than previously thought and they may not even know it. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/07/…

Colleges Likely Serving More Students With Autism Than They Realize

New estimates show that colleges are serving far more students with autism than previously thought and they may not even know it.

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Oklahoma City Fire
@OKCFDMay 12
Two brothers from different OKC fire stations responded to the same emergency call, serving side by side for the community. The Bowerman brothers are proud 2nd generation firefighters, continuing the legacy of their father, Carl, who served OKCFD from 1991-2014. 🚒
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Mayor David Holt@davidfholtMay 12
For the sixth time in 18 Thunder seasons, our boys have reached the Western Conference Finals. Eight down, eight to go. #ThunderUp
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Already delays in oklahoma. ( 259 minutes on hold) Wait times will increase.
Disability Scoop@disabilityscoopMay 1
Some states already lack staff to quickly process #Medicaid applications and answer calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/…

States Face Another Challenge With Medicaid Work Rules: Staffing Shortages

Some states already lack staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a...

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Some states already lack staff to quickly process #Medicaid applications and answer calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/…

States Face Another Challenge With Medicaid Work Rules: Staffing Shortages

Some states already lack staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a...

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As people increasingly turn to social media for health advice, a new study finds that much of the content circulating on these online platforms about #autism and #MentalHealth issues is misleading. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/…

Autism Misinformation Widespread On Social Media, Study Finds

As people increasingly turn to social media for health advice, a new study finds that much of the content circulating on these online platforms about autism and mental health issues is misleading.

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A key #autism panel that was dramatically reshaped by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is recommending that the federal government embrace the term "#ProfoundAutism," but the way they are going about it is raising red flags. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/…

Government Panel Recommends Adopting 'Profound Autism' Label

A key autism panel that was dramatically reshaped by RFK Jr. is recommending that the federal government embrace the term "profound autism," but the way they are going about it is raising red flags.

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Fraud-fighting efforts have put individuals with #autism, #CerebralPalsy, #DownSyndrome and other conditions on edge, leaving some scrambling to find services. #disabilities #Medicaid disabilityscoop.com/2026/05/…

Medicaid Fraud Crackdown Puts Pressure On People Relying On Services

Fraud-fighting efforts have put individuals with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other conditions on edge, leaving some scrambling to find services.

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U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says programs for students with #disabilities could be divided among multiple agencies as the Trump administration works to dismantle the Education Department. #SpecialEducation disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

Education Secretary Says Department Still Working To Offload Special Ed

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says programs for students with disabilities could be divided among multiple agencies as the Trump administration works to dismantle the Education Department.

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A unique studio that trains people with #autism to work in the movie business is expanding to a new field: #VideoGames. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

Postsecondary Program To Prepare Those With Autism To Work In Video Game Industry

A unique studio that trains people with autism to work in the movie business is expanding to a new field: video games.

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Making it difficult for parents to get what their child with a disability needs. Amongst everything else that parent has to do for a child who needs support they have to fight to get their child’s civil rights and education.
Disability Scoop@disabilityscoopApr 29
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says programs for students with #disabilities could be divided among multiple agencies as the Trump administration works to dismantle the Education Department. #SpecialEducation disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

Education Secretary Says Department Still Working To Offload Special Ed

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon says programs for students with disabilities could be divided among multiple agencies as the Trump administration works to dismantle the Education Department.

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Already hard to talk to someone on the phone if you work full time. This makes it almost impossible. Call me if you want to modernize Social Security. I can point you to the gaps and barriers to help our citizens who receive this benefit.
Disability Scoop@disabilityscoopApr 28
The #SocialSecurity Administration is warning that some local offices are closed, running on reduced hours or handling visitors by phone only — and urging people to check before they make the trip. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

Social Security Is Temporarily Closing Locations

The Social Security Administration is warning that some local offices are closed, running on reduced hours or handling visitors by phone only — and urging people to check before they make the trip.

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#Congress mandates that millions of dollars each year go toward researching best practices in #SpecialEducation, but a new analysis warns that the vast majority of the funds could go unspent this year. #disabilities disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

Ed Department Funding For Special Education Research May Soon Lapse

Congress mandates that millions of dollars each year go toward researching best practices in special education, but a new analysis warns that the vast majority of the funds could go unspent this year.

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This is where a bigger chunk of our education budget should go, in Oklahoma it is called Sooner Start*******For Kids With Disabilities, Early Intervention Boosts Academics Later disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

For Kids With Disabilities, Early Intervention Boosts Academics Later

Accessing early intervention services like speech, occupational, physical or behavioral therapy in the first years of life can lead to more than developmental gains, new research suggests.

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FlightTimeOKC@flighttimeokcApr 21
Stopped by the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum again as the Devon Tower still had the Survivor Tree logo showing. Tried to get a 180 panorama showing the gates of time at either end. Also, a west looking shot from 9:01 gate to 9:03 and its reflection.
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OKC THUNDER
@okcthunderApr 18
With tomorrow being a day of remembrance in Oklahoma City, the Thunder and MidFirst Bank invite fans attending game 1 to visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. If they wear their game t-shirt, they get free admission through the end of April.
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NCOIL@NCOILorgApr 18
The Joint State-Federal Relations & International Insurance Issues Cmte met and passed the NCOIL Individual Coverage Health Reimbursements Arrangements Model Act sponsored by Rep. Meredith Craig (OH). The Cmte also discussed the 340B drug pricing program and the No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution process.
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#TBT Memories from 2025
Tyler Talley@tylertalley229 Apr 2025
WATCH: Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Chuck Hoskin Jr. commented on Gov. Kevin Stitt’s feud w/ Forestry Services today: “When it comes to forest fires, you don’t have an issue that should unite more Oklahomans than fighting fires…We’ve got to keep the Oklahoma Forestry Department alive and well. We need it and you need it.” #okleg
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Protect #MedicaidExpansion in Oklahoma!
Oklahoma State Medical Association@OKMedApr 16
Medicaid expansion = a stronger OK economy. Chief @ChuckHoskin_Jr notes it supports 1,400+ jobs & a $222M annual impact. It’s a lifeline for rural hospitals and families. We must protect this progress! Read more: kfor.com/news/oklahoma-legis… #MedicaidExpansion #RuralHealthcare #OKLeg
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Federal officials are delaying enforcement of a new mandate aimed at helping people with #disabilities experiencing issues accessing #Medicaid home and community-based services. disabilityscoop.com/2026/04/…

Long-Awaited Safeguards For Medicaid Home And Community-Based Services Put On Hold

Federal officials are delaying enforcement of a new mandate aimed at helping people with disabilities experiencing issues accessing Medicaid home and community-based services.

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