Higher Standards

The business community has long supported more rigorous state standards and meaningful tests that prepare students for the workforce. Read More >>





State Chamber of Oklahoma Concludes OK2030 Regional Forums Around State

Nearly 400 Oklahomans joined the State Chamber of Oklahoma Research Foundation at OK2030 Regional Forums across the state in October to share their ideas for moving Oklahoma forward.  Read More >>





Prepping the Workforce, Part II

In Oklahoma, we are fortunate to have the backing of our state’s public universities in the quest for national recognition and development of a competitive workforce. Read More >>





State Chamber of Oklahoma Promotes Lindsey Sparks to Director of Events

The State Chamber of Oklahoma has promoted Lindsey Sparks to Director of Events effective today.   Read More >>





State Chamber of Oklahoma President Comments on HB1099X and Gross Production Tax

The State Chamber of Oklahoma President and CEO, Fred Morgan, released the following statement after HB1099X passed out of Senate JCAB. Read More >>





Cigarette Tax Urgently Needed to Stabilize State Budget

With special session underway at the Oklahoma Legislature, it is imperative to address the primary reason for the session: filling the $215 million budget shortfall created by a recently overturned cigarette fee.   Read More >>





State Chamber President Speaks to Kingfisher Chamber of Commerce About OK2030 Statewide Plan

State Chamber of Oklahoma President and CEO, Fred Morgan, spoke Wednesday to the Kingfisher Chamber of Commerce about the OK2030 initiative, stressing the need for bold leadership and vision when it comes to the future of Oklahoma. Read More >>





State Chamber of Oklahoma Welcomes Adria Berry to Staff

The State Chamber of Oklahoma is proud to welcome Adria Berry to its team of policy experts. Adria will serve as Vice President of Government Affairs beginning October 2. Read More >>





Preparing the 21st century workforce

One of the principal reasons for public education is to provide young people with the knowledge and skills to build a successful career. Closer dialogue between business and education is needed to help students develop the skills needed. Read More >>





Workers' Comp Reforms Continue to Bring Savings

State Chamber of Oklahoma President and CEO, Fred Morgan, released the following statement after the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) filed an overall loss cost level decrease of 16.3 percent for next year. Read More >>