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OK SB552
Bill
Status
2/7/2011
Primary Sponsor
Anthony Sykes
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AI Summary
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Proposes "Let the People Choose Act," which would change how vacant statewide offices are filled by requiring special elections instead of gubernatorial appointments
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Governor must call special election within 30 days of vacancy in state offices (excluding legislature and federal representatives)
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Judicial vacancies would continue to use Judicial Nominating Commission procedures
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Becomes effective December 1, 2013, upon voter approval at general election
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Includes ballot title for voters to approve or reject the proposed constitutional change
Legislative Description
Vacancies in state offices; providing legislative referendum to require elections to fill vacancies in statewide elective office. Ballot title. Filing.
Elections
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
2/8/2011