SCRF Welcomes Five New Board Members
SCRF Welcomes Five New Board Members The State Chamber Research Foundation is proud to welcome five new Oklahoma leaders to its Board of Directors. The new directors bring experience across business, public policy, health care, technology, and philanthropy. Their perspectives will help guide the Foundation’s work to provide credible research and data that support stronger […]
State Chamber Research Foundation Releases 2026 Legislative Scorecard
State Chamber Research Foundation Releases 2026 Legislative Scorecard The 2026 Legislative Scorecard is officially live. This year’s results offer a clear look at how legislators voted on The State Chamber’s priority pro-growth issues, from workforce development and education outcomes to innovation, entrepreneurship, infrastructure, economic competitiveness, and Oklahoma’s litigation climate. First, congratulations to the legislators who […]
What SQ 832’s Automatic Wage Escalator Could Mean for Oklahoma
What SQ 832’s Automatic Wage Escalator Could Mean for Oklahoma State Question 832 seeks to increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2029 and then continue increasing it based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, or CPI-W. By 2040, some predictive models suggest the minimum wage could […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – SCRF Announces 2026 Leadership Exchange Academy Cohort
State Chamber Research Foundation Announces 2026 Leadership Exchange Academy Cohort The State Chamber Research Foundation is proud to announce the newest cohort of its Leadership Exchange Academy, a premier program designed to cultivate emerging and established leaders from across Oklahoma’s business, political and civic communities. This year’s 43-member cohort represents a dynamic cross-section of industries, […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – OSC ruling in Mejia v. Seaboard Foods
Oklahoma Supreme Court denies cert in Mejia v. Seaboard Foods, results in expanded liability for business By choosing not to review Mejia v. Seaboard Foods, the Oklahoma Supreme Court has left in place a decision that goes against state law and past court rulings. This weakens the workers’ compensation system and exposes employers to broader […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – AI policy point
Why AI chatbot definitions matter for Oklahoma policy Policy point: AI chatbot definitions will drive consumer protection and economic impact As artificial intelligence continues to evolve and integrate into everyday life, policymakers are increasingly grappling with how to regulate it effectively. The State Chamber Research Foundation and The Oklahoma Technology Alliance published a new brief […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – April
Last Chance: Apply Now for 2026 Leadership Exchange Academy! Are you a leader interested in the public policy process? Do you have a strong desire to build relationships with peers, Oklahoma leaders and public policy experts? Are you considering running for office or becoming more involved in public policy? If so, we have the professional […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – March
Stay Informed With the New Real‑Time Legislative Scorecard The Legislative Scorecard is a new online platform designed to modernize and expand access to key policymaking information. It allows Oklahomans to track the pro‑growth voting records of state legislators and provides essential economic data to help users understand the state’s overall growth and competitiveness. The Legislative Scorecard compiles […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – February
Spread the Word: Apply Now for 2026 Leadership Exchange Academy Are you a leader interested in the public policy process? Do you have a strong desire to build relationships with peers, Oklahoma leaders and public policy experts? Are you considering running for office or becoming more involved in public policy? If so, we have the […]
Foundation Flash Newsletter – January
Oklahoma Competes and the 2026 State Chamber Agenda The State Chamber of Oklahoma launched its 2026 legislative agenda, anchored by principles found in Oklahoma Competes—the organization’s long-term, strategic framework to enhance the state’s competitiveness for economic prosperity and talent. Oklahoma Competes focuses on four fundamentals of competitiveness—economic climate, infrastructure, education and workforce development, and innovation […]