At the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s recent D.C. Spotlight, The Honorable Stephanie Bice joined Chamber Chair Teresa Rose for an in-depth discussion on federal priorities shaping Oklahoma’s economy, workforce and long-term competitiveness. Throughout the conversation, Rep. Bice emphasized a message that resonated with business leaders: predictability, responsible federal investment and support for workforce wellbeing are critical to sustaining the region’s momentum.
Federal Stability and Defense Investments
Rep. Bice opened with an update on congressional appropriations efforts and the push to return to a more disciplined, timely budgeting process. Advancing appropriations bills, she noted, helps avoid disruptions to families, businesses and local governments. Last fall’s continuing resolution provided needed stability while negotiations continued—preventing the uncertainty of a government shutdown…