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Oklahoma Readies $903 Million Road, Bridge Plan

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The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved a five-year, $903-million road and bridge improvement program. New construction would occur on county roads in each of the 77 counties. The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved a five-year, $903-million road and bridge improvement program.

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Regulators Issue Earthquake Directives to Oklahoma Fracking Operators

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magnitude quake, the third strongest earthquake in Oklahoma's history, hit the area this past Saturday, Oklahoma oil-and-gas regulators issued new operating regulations.

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OK Commission Says Workers' Comp Alternative Unconstitutional

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. On Friday, the Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Commission called the alternative workplace-benefit plans that some employers adopted under the law "a water mirage on the highway that disappears upon closer inspection," and ruled unanimously the law that allows employers to opt-out of state-regulated workers' comp plans.

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Oklahoma Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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For a list of Oklahoma economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. 3911): This incentive was created to attract growth industries and sectors to Oklahoma in the 21st Century. For more information, contact the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.

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Pre-Qualification of Construction Managers – An Essential Ingredient for a Successful Project

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With ever-increasing costs of construction and the need to complete quality construction projects in a timely and safe manner it is critical that owners utilize professional and ethical designers and constructors on their project teams. Both the AC and CPC certifications are accredited by the American National Standards Institute.

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Employers may have more room to appeal willful violations

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And now a ruling by the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission could encourage more companies to appeal willful citations in hopes of having them reduced to serious. An administrative law judge for the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission appeared to be following that same logic in a second case.

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Food Company Plans New Chicken Operation In Arkansas

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Image: Arkansas Economic Development Commission. We’re thrilled to bring this project to our community and are grateful for the cooperation from the Cities of Decatur and Gentry, local officials, Arkansas Economic Development Commission and the State of Arkansas,” said Todd Simmons, CEO of Simmons Foods, Inc. and Affiliates.