Oklahoma State Council Of Machinists

03/28/2026

Gentle reminder that all labor takes skills and all labor has value!

Don’t forget that State Question 832 to raise the minimum wage in Oklahoma is officially and finally on the ballot this year on June 16!

A "yes" vote supports these 3 essential changes:

1. Increasing the minimum wage to $12 per hour in 2027, $13.50 in 2028, $15 in 2029;

2. Increasing the minimum wage each year beginning in 2030 according to cost of living increases

and

3. Making part-time employees, students, minors, farm and agricultural workers, domestic service workers, newspaper vendors and carriers, and feedstore employees subject to the state minimum wage.

The average state minimum wage in 2026 is $11.51. If this SQ passes, we would at least be AVERAGE for minimum wage in 2027.

Oklahoma needs more. You deserve more!

03/10/2026

If you want to vote this year in the primaries, you have to change your party declaration to either Republican or Democrat by March 31!

It’s easy to do it online at the OK Voter Portal

01/11/2026

Important Election dates for 2026
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01/05/2026

Some great information about absentee voting this upcoming election year!

As we enter 2026, we urge you to pay attention to elections, candidates, state questions and be prepared to use your voice at the ballot!

🗳️ Oklahoma Voters If You’re Using Absentee or Mail-In Ballots, Read This! 🗳️

If you’re voting by absentee or mail-in ballot in 2026, please make sure your ballot is mailed back early and received on time not just dropped in the mailbox.

Here’s what you need to know:
📬 Oklahoma’s official rule requires that your absentee/mail ballot must be received by your County Election Board no later than 7:00 p.m. on Election Day not just postmarked. That deadline is written into state law.

✍️ That means even if you put your ballot in the mail on Election Day, if it isn’t received by 7 p.m., it won’t be counted.

📅 Also remember:
• You must request your absentee ballot early usually by 5 p.m. on the third Monday before the election.

• Oklahoma often requires notarization for standard absentee ballots, so plan ahead.

📦 Important 2026 USPS update: The Postal Service has recently clarified that mail may not be postmarked the day you drop it in a mailbox it may be stamped later when it’s processed at a facility. That could affect how mail-in ballots are tracked and could cause confusion about whether it was mailed “in time.”

👉 Bottom line: Don’t rely on the postmark alone! Get your ballot in as early as possible, or hand-deliver it to the election board or a drop site before Election Day to make sure it’s counted.

📍 Plan ahead, vote early, and help ensure your voice is heard in 2026!

10/31/2025

OSCM is so thankful to every delegate, speaker and guest that attended our annual meeting this past weekend in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

We held elections and swore in a new Executive Board to continue the growth of Oklahoma’s IAM Political arm.

More pictures from the event will be uploaded soon.

Our delegation voted to hold the meeting in Stillwater, OK next year, so OSCM will start working towards that event in October 2026.

Reminder, check your voter’s registration online at https://okvoterportal.okelections.gov and get ready for 2026’s elections to ensure support for labor friendly candidates!

Reinvigorated IAM Oklahoma State Council Gathers to Champion Working Families ✊

Oklahoma IAM Union members are rising up to make their voices heard — and to hold elected officials accountable to the needs of working families. The recently reinvigorated Oklahoma State Council brought together activists from across the state for a powerful meeting focused on building political power, strengthening labor unity, and growing our movement.

Under the leadership of Oklahoma State Council President Alana Kirkpatrick, IAM Union members are taking bold steps to reestablish a strong, united presence in the Sooner State — one that ensures the voices of working people are front and center in every political conversation.

In addition to speakers, members enjoyed poker and co****le tournaments that helped raise funds for the Machinists Non-Partisan Political League (MNPL), which relies on voluntary member donations to elect candidates that support IAM Union members.

10/09/2025

In an open primary – all voters – regardless of party, are able to vote in a single primary election in which all candidates appear on one ballot. The top two vote-getters move onto a general election.

Signature gathering officially launches October 29th, and once it begins, we'll have just 90 days to collect more than 173,000 valid signatures to get SQ 836 on the ballot. That's a big challenge — and it will take an all-hands-on-deck effort from supporters across the state.

Right now, we're building our volunteer network so we're ready to hit the ground running. Our goal is to reach as many neighborhoods, towns, and communities as possible — and that all starts with you.

Sign up now to volunteer and get updates on signature collection. 👉 https://www.voteyes836.com/signature-gathering

Together, we can make sure every Oklahoma voter has a voice in our democracy.

📣 It’s official — the Secretary of State has set October 29, 2025 as the start date for signature gathering on State Question 836!

Our movement is growing fast, and we’re getting ready to gather signatures in every corner of Oklahoma. 🙌

Sign up to volunteer and help collect signatures: VoteYes836.com/signature-gathering
Let’s make sure every Oklahoman has a voice in our elections. 💪

10/08/2025

Be sure to remember your federally protected Weingarten rights!

10/01/2025

Council President Alana Kirkpatrick is in attendance of the 2025 Southern States Council of Machinists Bi-annual Conference in Biloxi, MS this week with over 150 delegates.

District 171 showed up and showed out with several delegates representing 6 of their locals to learn and advocate for the political arm of the IAM Union!

Thank you to all members who gave up time and travelled to be here.

09/25/2025

OSCM is happy to share that N’Kiyla 'Jasmine' Thomas: U.S. Senate 2026 will be joining us at our annual meeting this year to speak with us all and field questions from the delegates regarding her political platform and goals for Oklahoma.

09/23/2025

OSCM is excited to have you at DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa - Warren Place next month!

Hotel cut off is this week, please be sure to book your room to ensure your discounted booking rate

07/31/2025

Call Letters for the 2025 Oklahoma State Council of Machinists annual conference have been sent to all affiliated lodges. Our meeting will be held in Tulsa on the weekend of October 24-26 at the Double Tree Warren Place. Hotel reservations must be made before September 24th, there is a booking hyperlink within the call letter.

Elections for all officers will be held at this meeting and delegates are strongly encouraged to attend.

We look forward to seeing you!