State Chamber supports cigarette tax increase for health

Posted on: 12/7/16


At the Public Affairs Forum and annual board meeting on Dec. 1, the State Chamber of Oklahoma board of directors
voted to support an increase in the cigarette tax as a part of the Chamber’s 2017 legislative program. The statement adopted by the State Chamber was submitted by the OHA through the Chamber’s Health Committee as follows:

Support a tax increase on cigarettes for the purpose of improving the health of Oklahomans and raising revenue to fund health care priorities such as: (1) assuring that all Medicaid providers are fully compensated for their services, (2) adequate funding for mental health and (3) providing coverage to uninsured Oklahomans.

The statement was adopted unanimously by the State Chamber board. Information about increasing the cigarette tax is located on the OHA website, and includes “Making the Case for a $1.50 Cigarette Tax Increase Dedicated to Health Care”  and information about cigarette taxes prepared by the Oklahoma Tobacco Research Center. (Lynne White)

Save the dates for OHA 2022 events

Posted on: 2/18/22


It’s a new year and a new lineup of important events for you and your staff. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to engage in advocacy, education and networking all year long. Mark your calendar now!

OHA Advocacy Day - Tuesday, April 5, Oklahoma History Center. Join us for our annual legislative day. We will begin with a member briefing at 3 p.m., followed by a legislative reception at 5 p.m. Watch for registration materials soon.

OHA-PAC Golf Tournament - Tuesday, June 21, Jimmie Austin Golf Club at OU, Norman. Time and details TBA.

OHA Health Care Leaders Forum - Tuesday, July 19 - Thursday, July 21, Shangri-La Resort, Grand Lake. Watch for registration soon!

OHA Connect 22 - Wednesday, Nov. 9 - Friday, Nov. 11, Oklahoma City Convention Center and Omni Hotel, downtown Oklahoma City. Plan now to attend OHA’s annual conference and exhibit hall. More details to come.

Details on these events and other upcoming education opportunities will be available on the OHA website.