INVESTING IN OKLAHOMA’S GROWTH: THE PUSH TO EXPAND THE ROADS FUND
Oklahoma has long faced challenges in maintaining and upgrading its transportation infrastructure. For years, the state underfunded transportation, leading to a significant backlog of projects. At the same time, the state was receiving a lesser share of federal gasoline taxes back to the state. However, two decades ago, the Legislature had the vision to create the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s eight-year plan, which marked the beginning of a shift toward adequately funding a safer, more efficient transportation system across the state. As part of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s priorities in the 2025 legislative session, the Chamber has been a consistent and vocal supporter of these efforts, aware that a modern transportation system for moving
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