Policy

Justice reform efforts move closer to 2020 ballot placement

If approved by voters, SQ 805 would end the use of repeat sentence penalties for nonviolent offenses.

By Kaylee McDaniel

Policy / May 29, 2020

2020 OK Legislative Session wrap-up: Chamber achieves legislative priorities during historic session

The 2020 Legislative Session, after being severely impacted by the COVID-19 global health pandemic, will officially adjourn Sine Die on Friday, May 29. In retrospect, the session can be viewed as occurring in three distinct phases.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / May 27, 2020

CJAC quarterly report highlights the impact of COVID-19 on the county's justice system

The Oklahoma County Detention Center had one of its lowest jail population counts in April, which helped the justice system respond to the threat of COVID-19.

By Kaylee McDaniel

Policy / March 27, 2020

Recent CJAC report indicates justice reform progress still being made

The Oklahoma County jail population continued to average under 1,600.

By Kaylee McDaniel

Policy / March 4, 2020

Extending insurance coverage, Medicaid reform, R&D support among Chamber’s Healthcare legislative priorities

The Chamber recently released its legislative agenda for 2020. Get more details on our Healthcare-related legislative priorities for the 2020 session.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / February 21, 2020

Legislative Update: Legislature begins 2020 session; Chamber focuses on economic development issues

The 2020 Legislative Session began on Feb. 3 when Gov. Kevin Stitt delivered his second State of the State address to a joint session of the House and Senate.

By Mark VanLandingham

Policy / February 19, 2020

During the OK legislative session, speak up for business

The Chamber relies on its members to engage with legislators and help move the agenda of Oklahoma City’s growth forward.

By Chamber staff

Policy / February 13, 2020

January Chamber Forum Recap

January's Chamber Forum was all about criminal justice reform efforts in OKC

By Chamber Staff