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U.S. economy adds 115,000 jobs in April
The national unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, while job gains were concentrated in health care, transportation and warehousing, and retail.
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State Chamber connects with local chamber leaders, leadership classes
State Chamber staff discussed Oklahoma Competes, economic competitiveness and the potential business impacts of upcoming state questions.
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Oklahoma Country features SQ 832 spread
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau publication warns the minimum wage proposal could raise costs for farmers, ranchers, small businesses and consumers.
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Greater OKC Chamber raises concerns over SQ 832 structure
The Chamber says the proposal’s phased wage increases, expanded coverage and automatic CPI-W escalator could create long-term cost pressure for Oklahoma businesses.
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Hicks receives OEA Outstanding Legislator Award
The Oklahoma City senator was recognized for her advocacy on public education, literacy and teacher support.
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Chamber’s Maxey talks Oklahoma Competes with Leadership Elk City
The State Chamber’s vice president of government affairs met with Leadership Elk City Class XII during the group’s legislative day at the Oklahoma State Capitol.
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OCPA: Local officials warn SQ 832 could pressure local budgets
The report says current and former municipal officials are raising concerns that wage mandates could lead to higher taxes, utility rates or service cuts.
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Court decision leaves workers’ comp liability question unresolved
The Oklahoma Supreme Court declined to review Mejia v. Seaboard Foods, leaving in place for now a lower-court ruling that business advocates say could erode the workers’ compensation “grand bargain.”
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Oklahoma, Hitachi formalize partnership
The agreement will focus on energy infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and digital solutions as Hitachi expands its Oklahoma presence.
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State Chamber leaders visit Halliburton manufacturing facility in Duncan
The visit highlighted Halliburton’s Oklahoma roots, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and the role legacy employers play in the state’s industrial economy.