Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has issued an executive order directing state agencies to end remote work for full-time employees, unless they can justify the exception. The directive goes into effect February 1, 2025.
“COVID altered the way we did business for a time, but that time has passed. Now, we need to put stewardship of taxpayer dollars as our top priority. Oklahomans deserve a government that operates with full accountability and delivers services effectively. Returning to traditional work environments is a critical step in achieving that goal,” said Stitt.
Agency executives can provide exceptions for employees with non-standard work hours, roles where in-office employment is deemed unreasonable, and agencies facing office space constraints. Those agencies must report the exceptions to the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES).
“It’s time for our government to fully return to the workplace. By bringing state employees back to their offices, we are reaffirming our commitment to providing the best, most efficient service possible for the people of Oklahoma,” said State Operating Officer and OMES Director Rick Rose.
