DURANT — The Choctaw Nation Tribal Council on Sept. 13 unanimously approved a comprehensive expense budget of $2.6 billion for fiscal year 2026. This budget represents a 10.5% increase over the previous year.

“The Tribal Council has shown time and time again their commitment to tribal members,” Choctaw Nation Chief Gary Batton said. “Each year, through the council’s guidance and preparation, we continue to improve our services to the Chahta people.”

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) tribal membership continues to grow and now stands at more than 230,000 individuals. To support the tribe’s increasing demands, CNO plans to hire an additional 115 employees in fiscal year 2026, bringing the total number of associates to 13,600.

“We are honored every year to offer new opportunities t

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