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The meeting began with roll call, confirming a quorum. Senator Dossett offered the invocation, and Dr. Krishna Videla, the Doctor of the Day, was introduced. Senator Stanley recognized the Jones High School Longhorns football team for their undefeated season and state championship win, with Coach Witt expressing gratitude for the recognition. He also introduced Miss Oklahoma 2025, Tessa Durrell, who was acknowledged for her academic, athletic, and community service achievements. Senator Alvord introduced the Murray State College fishing team, celebrating their consecutive national titles at the Bass Federation JUCO National Championship. Senator Nice presented a resolution recognizing February as Black History Month, honoring the contributions of black Oklahomans and significant historical events, which was adopted unanimously. Senator Coleman introduced Senate Bill 667, updating chiropractic practice requirements in Oklahoma, allowing graduates from accredited programs outside the state to practice. The bill passed with 45 votes in favor. Senator Bergstrom presented Senate Bill 1466, extending the sunset on the advisory committee on midwifery to 2036, which passed with 41 votes in favor. Senator Thompson discussed Senate Bill 1942, clarifying the distinction between reimbursable and reimbursed services in dental practices, allowing dentists to charge more for non-covered services. The bill passed with 40 votes in favor and 3 against, despite concerns raised about its implications for patients. Senator Thompson also addressed Senate Bill 1989, modernizing the Oklahoma College Savings Plan to allow digital payment contributions. The bill passed unanimously with 44 votes in favor. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of various groups present, reminders of upcoming events related to Black History Month, and a motion to adjourn until February 23, 2026, which was adopted.