The "One Oklahoma Coalition" today announced opposition to State Question 744.The Coalition, represented by leaders from the Oklahoma Farm Bureau, the Oklahoma Public Employees Association, The TRUST Road & Bridge Coalition, the Tulsa Metro Chamber, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber and The State Chamber of Oklahoma, expressed why they are opposing SQ 744. The group also issued a call to action for citizens to learn more about the devastating effects passage of this state question would have on the state and join their effort to defeat SQ 744.
Campaign Manager Jeff Wilson said, “Our coalition supports improving education, but not by pitting different needs of the state against one another. The simple fact is, if SQ 744 becomes the law of the land, Oklahoma’s families, businesses, people and children will suffer."
Oklahomans for Responsible Government, which has spearheaded the opposition to 744, welcomed the statement.
OFRG Executive Director Brian Downs said, “I am pleased to see such diverse groups participating in the One Oklahoma Coalition to show their opposition to State Question 744 on the ballot in November. By having business and labor together, tax consumers and taxpayer advocates, it shows a united front against this devastating measure. OFRG is pleased to be a part of the Coalition and will continue its grassroots efforts that include a comprehensive website (www.STOP744.com) and educational presentations to concerned citizens all over the state. We hope the combined efforts can protect the state’s budget from this unfunded mandate.”