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Stitt signs SB 1778, launching sweeping Strong Readers overhaul
The measure expands early screening and interventions and sets a new proficiency pathway aimed at lifting third-grade reading outcomes statewide.
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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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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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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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New Website “Oklahoma Decides” Aims to Be Go-To Source for Election Candidate Info
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — With the 2026 election season on the horizon, a new digital hub is aiming to make it easier for Oklahomans…
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Oklahoma tribes added $23.4 billion to state economy in 2023
Leaders of Oklahoma's First American tribal nations gathered to celebrate the results of an economic impact study which found that the tribes contributed $23.4 billion to Oklahoma's economy in 2023.
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Oklahoma business leaders optimistic, want infrastructure, health care investment
The 2025 Oklahoma Business Leaders Poll shows that a strong majority of Oklahoma's business leaders feel optimistic about Oklahoma's economy but want the state to invest more in health care and infrastructure.
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Oklahoma’s brightest show brilliance in National Civics Bee state finals
Oklahoma's best and brightest middle schoolers demonstrated their excellence in Oklahoma's 2025 National Civics Bee State Finals, with one student winning $1,000 and a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national championship.
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Gov. Stitt appoints business law attorney to Oklahoma Supreme Court
Gov. Kevin Stitt selected Travis Jett, an Oklahoma attorney who has expertise in business law, to fill an Oklahoma Supreme Court vacancy.
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State Chamber study gives Oklahoma tax reform path
The State Chamber Research Foundation (SCRF) released a newly updated study they developed with the Tax Foundation, outlining a path for Oklahoma to improve its tax competitiveness and facilitate long-term economic growth.