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OPINION: Costs will rise under PBM bills
A state-set fee on every prescription shifts costs to premiums and paychecks.
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Stitt’s final State of the State: “Not done yet,” with a New Push for Spending Caps, Tax Changes and Education Reforms
In remarks heavy on fiscal policy and education reforms, Stitt argued Oklahoma’s competitiveness hinges on spending restraint, workforce readiness, and “secur[ing] our state’s future.”
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Kern Elected Secretary of State Ag and Rural Leaders Board
Duncan lawmaker chosen at the Legislative Agriculture Chairs Summit in Louisiana to help guide state agricultural and rural policy leaders.
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State Leaders Launch “Oklahoma Competes” to Boost Economic Competitiveness
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — Business, civic and legislative leaders gathered Monday at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum as The State Chamber of…
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Officials Say Wage Mandates Kill Jobs, Hurt Youth Workers
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — “We always want to make sure that we are growing jobs in Missouri. This is going to do the opposite…
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Workforce Issues in the Crosshairs for State Legislators
OKLAHOMA CITY — With workforce problems once again topping the list of concerns for Oklahoma business owners in 2025, members of the Oklahoma House…
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Lawmakers Explore Ways to Cut Red Tape for Workforce Housing
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — Oklahoma lawmakers are taking a closer look at how state regulations may be standing in the way of developing more affordable…
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Legislators Hear ‘Hard Truths’ on Oklahoma’s Competitiveness
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — “It’s a wake-up call. It was kind of a slap in the face, to be honest with you,” said Rep.…
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Legislative Spotlight Shines on Workforce Problems
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) – Workforce issues top the list of concerns for Oklahoma business owners for the fourth straight year, according to the annual Business…
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State Leaders Applaud Fields as State Superintendent
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) – State leaders are speaking out on the new head of Oklahoma State Department of Education. Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed…