HJR1079 Bill Summary

• Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 5 of Article XI modifying how Section Thirteen and Indemnity lands proceeds are distributed among educational institutions.

• Changes distribution from three equal parts to a new system: one-third to University of Oklahoma and Northern Oklahoma College; one-third to Oklahoma State University and Langston University; one-sixth to regional universities; one-sixth to community colleges.

• Adds community colleges as beneficiaries of Section Thirteen lands proceeds for the first time.

• Requires Secretary of State to refer the amendment to voters for approval with specified ballot title asking "Shall the proposal be approved?"

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