The Chamber of Commerce board of directors announced their top policy priorities for the upcoming 2025 legislative session. These goals are intended to stimulate the state’s economic growth and form the core of the Chamber’s legislative platform. A full list is available at okcchamber.com/legislative.
- County Government Reform: The Chamber supports granting Oklahoma counties the authority to customize their forms of government to better address local needs.
- Economic Development Programs: The Chamber prioritizes protecting and enhancing key state incentives such as the Quality Jobs Act, the Aerospace Engineer Tax Credit and the Historical Building Rehabilitation Tax Credit to attract businesses, create jobs and drive community investment.
- Research and Development: The Chamber advocates for increased funding and incentives to position Oklahoma as a leading hub for research, innovation and workforce development in sectors like life sciences, technology and biosciences.
- Transportation Infrastructure: The Chamber supports the expansion of the turnpike system, including widening major routes like the Turner Turnpike and the John Kilpatrick Turnpike. Additionally, it champions the expansion of the Heartland Flyer Amtrak service to connect Oklahoma City with Kansas City and other destinations.
- Education and Workforce Data: The Chamber advocates for the development of a Statewide Longitudinal Data System (SLDS) to align education strategies with workforce demands and enable data-driven decision-making for long-term success.
The Chamber’s annual legislative agenda, developed in collaboration with businesses and stakeholders, guides its policy engagement. This agenda is vetted by the Chamber’s Government Relations Steering Committee, Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
Throughout the 2025 legislative session, the Chamber will represent its members’ interests at the state Capitol. For updates, visit okcbusinessadvocate.com to register for alerts.
