That’s A Wrap! Special Session Ends After 5 Short Days
Oklahoma lawmakers conclude special session
Oklahoma lawmakers completed a brief but intense special session Monday by approving 23 separate bills aimed at deterring frivolous lawsuits and making Oklahoma a more business-friendly state.
By Randy Ellis and Graham Lee Brewer
Oklahoma lawmakers completed a brief but intense special session Monday by approving 23 separate bills aimed at deterring frivolous lawsuits and making Oklahoma a more business-friendly state.
Gov. Mary Fallin and business and legislative leaders all praised lawmakers for acting quickly to protect the state’s economy and business community.
“My thanks go out to our lawmakers for passing these measures that will protect our businesses and our medical community from frivolous lawsuits and skyrocketing legal costs,” Fallin said in a news release. “These measures will help to keep jobs in Oklahoma and further our reputation as a business friendly state … This is a big win for Oklahomans.”
Fred Morgan, president and chief executive officer of The State Chamber, lauded lawmakers for their efforts.
“Having a pro-business climate in Oklahoma is critical to our state’s continued growth,” Morgan said in a prepared statement. “I applaud our legislative leaders and governor for recognizing this important need to reinstate lawsuit reform and working swiftly to address it in special session.