Rep. Andy Fugate has filed a lawsuit against Gov. Kevin Stitt, asserting that his executive order mandating state employees to return to in-office work violates the separation of powers. The lawsuit highlights the legislative branch's authority in decision-making about employment conditions. Stitt maintains that his order is to ensure taxpayer accountability and productivity. The controversy reflects broader issues of governance and employee rights in the state, as many workers have adapted to remote work arrangements since the pandemic began.
Simply put, the governor doesn't have that authority. State employees work for the people of Oklahoma. They don't work for the governor.
Stitt's order has also caused chaos for state employees, many of whom have begun to rely on remote work.
The data is clear, employees are more productive and accountable when they are working in the office.
Making decisions about new employment conditions...is the job of the Legislature, not the governor.
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