Rep. Tammy Townley, a Republican from Ardmore, has been named Vice Chair of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ (NCSL) Labor and Economic Development Standing Committee for a two-year term, effective immediately. The appointment positions her to help shape workforce and economic policy discussions across all 50 states.
The NCSL committee serves as a forum for state legislators to exchange strategies on workforce challenges, small business support, and regional economic expansion. In her leadership role, Townley will contribute to national dialogues while advocating for Oklahoma’s interests in policy development.
A longtime advocate for rural communities and working families, Townley expressed enthusiasm about representing her state on a broader platform.
“This is such an exciting opportunity to represent Oklahoma on a national level,” Townley said. “Our state has so many hardworking people and strong communities and I want to make sure their needs and ideas are part of these conversations. My goal is to bring back fresh ideas that help our local businesses grow and give more Oklahomans a chance to succeed.”
The committee’s focus includes employment initiatives, job creation programs, workforce development training, and policies aimed at long-term economic vitality.
Townley emphasized her intent to both learn from other states and showcase Oklahoma’s distinctive strengths.
“I’m looking forward to learning from other states while also sharing what makes Oklahoma unique,” she said. “At the end of the day, this work is about people, helping families, supporting businesses and building communities that can thrive for generations.”
She expressed gratitude for the appointment and reaffirmed her commitment to advancing economic opportunities within her home state and beyond.
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Townley Named Vice Chair of NCSL Labor and Economic Development Committee
OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Tammy Townley, R-Ardmore, has been appointed to serve as Vice Chair of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ (NCSL) Labor and Economic Development Standing Committee for a two-year term. n nThe committee brings together legislators from all 50 states to discuss challenges facing today’s workforce, share ideas to support small businesses and explore ways to grow local economies. As vice chair, Townley will play a role in guiding conversations that shape policies not only in Oklahoma, but across the country. n nTownley, who has long championed rural development and opportunities for working families, said she is eager to bring Oklahoma’s voice to the table. n n”This is such an exciting opportunity to represent Oklahoma on a national level,” Townley said. “Our state has so many hardworking people and strong communities and I want to make sure their needs and ideas are part of these conversations. My goal is to bring back fresh ideas that help our local businesses grow and give more Oklahomans a chance to succeed.” n nNCSL’s Labor and Economic Development Standing Committee focuses on policies tied to employment, job creation, workforce training and economic growth. n n”I’m looking forward to learning from other states while also sharing what makes Oklahoma unique,” Townley said. “At the end of the day, this work is about people, helping families, supporting businesses and building communities that can thrive for generations.” n nTownley said she is honored to represent Oklahoma and will continue working to strengthen economic opportunities both locally and nationally.