OKLAHOMA CITY (January 29, 2026) - Today, Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order to make it even easier for entrepreneurs to start and grow businesses in Oklahoma.
“Oklahoma was built by bold dreamers and doers who took risks, created opportunities, and forged their own path forward,” said Governor Stitt. “It’s more important than ever that we make it possible to keep that legacy alive. As a business-friendly state, we know that our entrepreneurs are the key to Oklahoma’s lasting prosperity. That’s why I’m taking steps to set them up for even greater success. When entrepreneurs thrive, we all win.”
Key actions include:
- Designating a Chief Entrepreneurial Officer (CEO) within the executive branch.
- Launching a one-stop-shop online portal for easy access to permits, licenses, and compliance guidance.
- Proposing that new business filing fees be reduced to just $1.
- Embedding entrepreneurial education in schools.
- Exploring tax waivers for startups’ first two years and fairer access to state contracts for young businesses.
- Tracking entrepreneurship metrics to guide smarter policies.
- Reports on fees, taxes, education, and contracts will go to legislative leaders within 120 days.
The full text of the executive order is available here.
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Last Modified on
Jan 29, 2026
