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OK SJR30

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Ralph Shortey

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 30 Summary

  • Proposes amendment to Section 1 of Article XXIV of the Oklahoma Constitution to clarify language regarding the amendment process and voter approval requirements.

  • Changes the word "provided" to "Provided" (capitalization) in the constitutional text regarding proposals for amendment by articles.

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters at the next regular general election, unless the Legislature orders a special election by two-thirds vote of each house.

  • Establishes ballot title stating the measure would "amend Section 1 of Article XXIV of the State Constitution" and "clarify language."

  • Requires the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to file a copy of the resolution with the Secretary of State and Attorney General immediately after passage.

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; clarifying language. Ballot title. Filing.

Vote of the People

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/14/2011

Committee Referrals

Rules2/14/2011

Full Bill Text

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