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Policy / December 12, 2024

Greater OKC Chamber’s State of the Economy highlights and takeaways

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber's annual State of the Economy event featured a panel of distinguished economists and business leaders who discussed the state’s economic outlook, workforce development and fiscal policies under the incoming leadership of President-elect Donald Trump.

By Selena Romero
Policy / October 8, 2024

NATO holds air traffic meeting in OKC for the first time

NATO’s Air Traffic Management Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance Advisory Group (ATM CNS AG) recently convened its first-ever meeting in Oklahoma City. With attendance from 22 nations and more than 50 delegates, the week-long sessions brought together key leaders to discuss pivotal advancements in aviation and air traffic control.

By Chamber Staff
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
VeloCity Q&A / March 16, 2022
Dr. Andew Weyrich
President,
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
We were attracted to OMRF and Oklahoma City because of the people in Oklahoma and the opportunities here.
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