Oklahoma weatherization program shut down over allegations of mismanaged funds

Oklahoma weatherization program shut down over allegations of mismanaged funds

A state-run program to help low-income households improve energy efficiency has been shut down following allegations of mishandled taxpayer money, prompting an investigation.

Stitt Orders Halt to Weatherization Program, Seeks Investigation

Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to immediately halt a weatherization program administered by the Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City and Oklahoma and Canadian Counties following a forensic investigation into the organization. According to the Governor’s Office, the investigation identified significant mismanagement and at least $663,000 in questioned or unallowable costs tied to the program. Stitt also d