Publications

Economic Impact of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Sector (2018)

A new study commissioned by the State Chamber of Oklahoma Research Foundation finds that the economic impact of the manufacturing sector on Oklahoma is significant, with far-reaching impacts across Oklahoma’s economy. Click here to download the study.

2018 Legislative Agenda

Throughout 2018, the State Chamber will be fighting for a stronger Oklahoma and a thriving business environment for Oklahoma businesses. Download our full 2018 Legislative Agenda for all of our legislative priorities or read highlights in our consolidated version.

2017 Legislative Wrap-Up

Despite a turbulent legislative session, the State Chamber successfully advanced numerous policies that strengthen our state's economy and business competitiveness. See our legislative wins—and bad bills we helped defeat—in our 2017 Legislative Wrap-Up. 

The Economic, Fiscal and Employment Effects of Health Care Modernization in Oklahoma (February 2017)
There is an active debate at the federal level about the future of the Affordable Care Act, but Oklahoma may still have the opportunity to support a health care modernization initiative that uses federal funds to implement a private insurance program for low-income uninsured Oklahomans. This report depicts three illustrative scenarios for a plan to expand affordable private health insurance for Oklahomans. Download the report 

2017 Legislative Agenda

Each year during session, we focus on a list of priorities that our members have asked us to tackle as part of our legislative agenda. Read our agenda for 2017 and see how we’ll be fighting for you at the State Capitol to ensure the laws passed allow you to continue creating jobs and growing your business. Download the 2017 legislative agenda.
 

2016 Economic Impact of the Oil and Gas Industry in Oklahoma

The importance of the oil and natural gas industry in our state has been reaffirmed through an updated report, Economic Impact of the Oil & Gas Industry on Oklahoma. The report shows that almost 150,000 Oklahomans earned $15.6 billion in wages or self-employment income from oil and natural gas activity in 2015, and that public education received $331 million in oil and gas severance tax revenue. Other significant economic impacts are also identified in the full report and the executive summary. 
 

2016 Legislative Wrap-Up

The 2016 legislative session was one of the most challenging sessions for the business community in recent memory. The end result was more positive than negative, but it is apparent that the next session will involve many of the same battles. Download the 2016 Legislative Wrap-Up.

2016 ACE Book

The 2016 ACE Book provides a snapshot of how Oklahoma is performing on key issues and economic indicators. Through insightful research and clear graphics, the Accountability for a Competitive Economy (ACE) Book 2016 clarifies where Oklahoma is thriving—and where improvements are still needed. Click here to read more.

 

2016 Legislative Agenda

Drafted by our member committees and approved by our Board of Directors, our 2016 Legislative Agenda is aggressive in its call for policies that will continue to attract jobs and capital investment to Oklahoma. Click here to learn more.



 

2015 Wind Energy Impacts in Oklahoma 

In the past 12 years, Oklahoma has grown from having no utility-scale wind energy capacity to now
having nearly 4,000 megawatts of capacity, making it the fourth-largest wind energy state in the United States. Click here to read more.
 

2015 Legislative Wrap-Up

Now that the 2015 legislative session is complete, we have finalized our summary of the session and how it impacted businesses in Oklahoma. Click here to learn more.

Retail Minded Magazine

The State Chamber of Oklahoma is proud to serve as the voice for Oklahoma retailers through our Retail Federation. As such, we have a partnership with Retail Minded magazine. As a valued member of the State Chamber, we are delighted to provide you with this issue of Retail Minded magazine. Click here to download the April 2015 issue. The password is APRILSHOWERS (all caps).
 

Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Study

As an aid to policymakers, this report examines the economic role of the Oklahoma manufacturer’s ad valorem tax exemption. While the exemption has been in place for nearly three decades, the economic contribution of the program has received only limited evaluation. This report documents the structure and usage of the exemption in recent years and develops a comprehensive framework for estimating the economic contribution of the exemption to the state economy. Click here to read more.

 

2015 ACE Book

The 2015 Accountability for a Competitive Economy (ACE) Book gives a snapshot of key elements of the Oklahoma economy in order to provide a better understanding of how Oklahoma can build toward the future. This book is broken up into four sections (Economy and Infrastructure, Business Climate, Taxation and Business, and Education and Workforce Development). Each section focuses on the strengths and weaknesses of Oklahoma’s economy and how our state compares against our regional neighbors and the United States as a whole. Click here to read more.

New Legislator Directory

We have compiled bios, photos and contact information for all of the new legislators in the 2015 freshman class—the largest incoming class since term limits took effect. The booklet also features a calendar with the known legislative dates and deadlines along with bios for the State Chamber's lobbying team. Click here to request this information.
 

Economic Impact of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Sector

The State Chamber Research Foundation commissioned a study of manufacturing in the state by Southwestern Oklahoma State University's Center for Economic and Business Development. The report includes a breakdown by region of the state as well. Click here to download the report.

Economic Assessment of Oil & Gas Tax Policy

Oklahoma’s oil and gas industry is undergoing transformative change as it transitions toward new technology-driven long-run growth opportunities. State tax policy will undoubtedly shape this growth going forward. As an aid to policymakers, this report examines the economic implications of renewed growth in Oklahoma’s oil and gas industry and evaluates five specific questions concerning oil and gas tax policy. Download the report
 

2014 ACE Book

The 2014 Accountability for a Competitive Economy (ACE) Book supplies a snapshot of key elements of the Oklahoma economy in order to provide a better understanding of the cornerstones needed to continue building Oklahoma’s future. The cornerstones are Business Climate/Competitiveness, Economic Development, Workforce Development, and Infrastructure. These components allow for a focused examination of areas of success and areas needing improvement in the Oklahoma economy. Click here to read more.

Retail Minded Magazine

The State Chamber of Oklahoma is proud to serve as the voice for Oklahoma retailers through our Retail Federation. As a valued member of the State Chamber, we are delighted to provide you this issue of Retail Minded. Password is FALL (all caps). Download the magazine.

Oklahoma Public Higher Education: Economic and Social Impacts

This report, released in March 2013, overviews the status of public higher education in the U.S. and our state. It also examines the economic impacts of Oklahoma public higher education institutional expenditures. In addition, the study analyzes the functional impacts and benefits of Oklahoma’s public higher education system. Read the full report.