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February 4, 2026
Legislative Forums planned Friday

The Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce will host a Legislative Forum this Friday, offering local residents and business owners an opportunity to hear legislative briefings directly from their Oklahoma State representatives.

The forum is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. and will be held in the Mabrey Bank Meeting Room, located at 111 E. 6th Street in downtown Okmulgee.

The Henryetta Chamber of Commerce will also host a Legislative Forum at 11 a.m. at Shoney’s in Henryetta.

The public is invited to hear news from area lawmakers about the new session and what bills and proposed legislation are under consideration.

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