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Policy / July 9, 2024

Understanding the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: New Protections and Responsibilities for Employers

On June 18, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) went into effect following the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) release of the final regulations to carry out the law. The PWFA went into effect on June 27, 2023, and the EEOC issued its final regulation on April 15, 2024, leading to the recent effect of the final regulation. The PWFA expands existing rights and leave laws for pregnant workers while creating new rights for individuals with a limitation due to pregnancy, a pregnancy-related medical condition or childbirth.

By Lauren King
Policy / April 19, 2024

Oklahoma Spotlight: Oklahoma Senator Julia Kirt

The “Oklahoma Spotlight” highlights elected officials in our state and community. Meet Oklahoma Senator Julia Kirt, a friend to the business community, who represents District 30 including parts of northwest Oklahoma City, Bethany and Warr Acres.

By Chamber Staff
Policy / March 29, 2024

Oklahoma Spotlight: State Rep. Nick Archer

The “Oklahoma Spotlight” highlights elected officials in our state and community. Meet State Representative Nick Archer, a friend of Oklahoma’s business community, who represents House District 55 in Elk City.

By Chamber Staff
Policy / March 21, 2024

Oklahoma launches inaugural Aerospace Week, April 1-7

The Oklahoma City Innovation District, in collaboration with The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics, is launching the state's first annual Aerospace Week. It will take place April 1-7 and will have events for all ages.

By Tony Nguyen
VeloCity Q&A / June 19, 2019
Tommy Yi
President & Cofounder,
StarSpace46
I thought there was a huge opportunity here, especially with MAPS 3 starting to take shape. I saw Oklahoma City as a sandbox of opportunity. That compelled me to really make a choice to stay here and build something like this.
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