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OK SJR36
Joint Resolution
Status
3/10/2011
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Sullivan
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AI Summary
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Repeals Section 3 of Article VII-B of the Oklahoma Constitution, eliminating the Judicial Nominating Commission
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Amends Section 4 of Article VII-B to allow the Governor to appoint judges directly, with Senate confirmation required
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Provides that if the Senate is not in session when an appointment is made, the Governor may call the Senate into special session no more than once per quarter for confirmation
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Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed constitutional amendment to voters for approval or rejection
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Establishes ballot title and language for the referendum on the amendment
Legislative Description
Constitutional amendment; modifying judicial appointment procedure.
Vote of the People
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
3/16/2011