Governor Kevin Stitt today commended the continued work of the Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK) for identifying millions in cost savings through strategic modernization and collaboration with state agencies. To date, DOGE-OK savings are estimated at $65,703,642.67.

“Every week, DOGE-OK demonstrates that Oklahoma is committed to smarter government,” said Governor Stitt. “We’re focused on reducing waste, investing in efficiency, and delivering better services to Oklahomans without raising costs.”

DOGE-OK works hand-in-hand with agencies across the state to identify and implement projects that improve operations and cut costs. These results are shared transparently on the public DOGE-OK website, showcasing projects that launched in 2024 or 2025 and are actively generating measurable savings.

Highlights from this week’s update include:

• Mobile Device Optimization: The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services re-evaluated its mobile device usage and reduced the total number of devices from 732 to 550. This ensures necessary connectivity while eliminating unused assets, resulting in an estimated monthly savings of $9,000, or $108,000 annually.
• Hotspot Contract Reductions: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation reviewed its current connectivity needs and terminated contracts for over 40 Wi-Fi hotspots. Remote internet access will now be provided through cellular devices, leading to annual savings of $26,084.
• Combined District Facilities: The ODOT has a total of eight districts with crews stationed across 76 county maintenance facilities, nine interstate yards, and 25 construction residencies statewide. With many of the maintenance and residency sites aging beyond 50 years old, the department faces the challenge of needing to replace/apply major repairs to 61 of its maintenance facilities and 21 residencies. On average, replacing a stand-alone facility costs the department $4.2 million. Situations like these require solutions with long-term cost savings that won’t hinder operations. That’s why the department is strategically combining district facilities and crews, instead of undertaking the cost to potentially replace each individual building. Depending on the number of crews combined, these enhanced facilities will save ODOT approximately $2.9-$5 million per facility and allow district personnel to efficiently collaborate, cross-train, and maintain heavy field equipment. Efforts are underway in District Four, District Seven and District One, for a combined savings of about $12.9 million.

Beyond the dollar figures, modernization efforts have also freed up thousands of work hours. State employees have eliminated more than 100,000 hours of manual processes, paving the way for a more responsive and future-ready government.

Each week, new projects are added as agencies innovate and streamline their work. For full project details and savings breakdowns, visit oklahoma.gov/doge.