OKLAHOMA CITY (February 9, 2026) - Governor Kevin Stitt today issued the following statement recognizing longtime Oklahoma-based company Expand Energy (previously known as Chesapeake Energy) for its continued investment in Oklahoma. This comes after Expand announced changes in leadership and plans to relocate its headquarters to Houston, Texas.
“I am grateful that homegrown companies like Expand Energy have pledged to keep a significant workforce and operational presence in Oklahoma,” said Governor Stitt. “We must continue to get government out of the way and make Oklahoma the best place for business.
“I have consistently called for the establishment of business courts to give businesses assurance that conflict will be navigated efficiently and fairly. I’ve also pushed for a more business-friendly tax system that will attract more businesses to our state. With smart adjustments, we can be more competitive at every stage of business – from founders and innovators to the headquarters of major industries.”
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