OKLAHOMA CITY – House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, released the following statement lauding the $23.4 Billion impact on Oklahoma’s economy in 2023 from First American tribal nations. 

“The valuable impact the tribes have on Oklahoma’s economy is extraordinary–but not surprising–as they continuously work to make Oklahoma a better place,” said Leader Munson. “Oklahoma is stronger when we listen to and work with our tribal nations. When tribes take care of their community, they take care of everyone. They work to provide jobs and care to all Oklahomans. It is always a pleasure to hear from our tribal leaders about the incredible work they do and continue to partner with them on work both inside and outside of the Capitol to make Oklahoma a better place for all.”

The economic impact study also showed that tribes directly employed over 55,600 Oklahomans and supported 139,860 jobs to tribal citizens and non-citizens. This accounts for over $7.8B in wages and benefits to Oklahoma workers in 2023.

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