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OK HJR1056

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

5/25/2010

Primary Sponsor

Mike Christian

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article VII, Section 1 of the Oklahoma Constitution, creating the "Save Our State Amendment"

  • Requires Oklahoma courts to uphold and adhere to law as provided in the U.S. Constitution, Oklahoma Constitution, U.S. Code, federal regulations, established common law, Oklahoma Statutes, and laws of other U.S. states (excluding Sharia Law)

  • Prohibits courts from considering international law or Sharia Law when making judicial decisions, including cases of first impression

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters for approval or rejection with specified ballot title language

  • Requires the Chief Clerk of the House to file copies of the resolution with the Secretary of State and Attorney General immediately after passage

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; creating the Save Our State Amendment; requiring the courts to uphold and adhere to federal and state law.

Civil and Criminal Procedure and Courts

Last Action

Filed with Secretary of State

5/25/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/17/2010
Rules2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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