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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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Inside SQ 832: The inflation formula behind future wage increases
CPI-W is the federal index named in the ballot title for automatic annual minimum-wage increases beginning in 2030.
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California wage study offers warning as Oklahoma weighs SQ 832
A UC Santa Cruz working paper found California’s $20 fast-food wage was followed by fewer worker hours, higher menu prices, expanded automation and pressure on independent restaurants.
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The cardinal and the credential
Rep. Brian Hill’s workforce bill aims to connect education and earnings with a transparent, statewide list built on data, demand and real-world outcomes.
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Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady, Citing Solid Growth and Persistent Inflation
Interest rates remain unchanged after January meeting.
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OKC Selects Lingo Construction for MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium
City Council approval moves the MAPS 4 stadium project into the construction phase, with work expected to begin this spring.
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Stitt: Smaller Government, Stronger Competitiveness
In a State Chamber interview, Gov. Kevin Stitt argues free enterprise drives opportunity and points to energy and faster permitting as key growth levers.
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HB 2260 and HB 2261 now in force to bolster key professions
HB 2260 established targeted tax incentives to recruit and retain civil engineers. HB 2261 joined the Social Work Licensure Compact to expand access to care.
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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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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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Opinion: Last Place in the Rankings That Matter Most
This editorial was written by Chad Warmington, President and CEO of The State Chamber of Oklahoma In Oklahoma, we know how to keep score.…