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OK HJR1029

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

5/28/2010

Primary Sponsor

Ed Cannaday

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment adding Section 8F to Article X, creating a full homestead property tax exemption for Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troopers who are 100% disabled due to injuries, accidents, or disease sustained while working in their official capacity

  • The exemption would also apply to surviving spouses of qualifying disabled troopers, provided they have not remarried

  • Eligibility requires proof of Oklahoma residency and prior qualification for (or eligibility for) the standard homestead exemption

  • The exemption would take effect January 1, 2010, if approved by voters through a legislative referendum

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters for approval or rejection at a future election

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; providing ad valorem exemption for disabled troopers and surviving spouse if not remarried.

Revenue and Taxation

Last Action

Died in conference

5/28/2010

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2009

Full Bill Text

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