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OK SJR66
Joint Resolution
Status
2/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Anderson
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AI Summary
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Directs the Secretary of State to refer to voters the repeal of Section 5, Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution, which prohibits use of public money or property for sectarian purposes.
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Legislature finds the original constitutional language was intended to discriminate against the Catholic faith and removal would allow faith-based programs in Oklahoma prisons.
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Establishes ballot title and procedures for voter approval of the constitutional amendment, with the President Pro Tempore filing required documentation with the Secretary of State and Attorney General.
Legislative Description
Constitutional Amendment; repealing provision prohibiting use of public property for sectarian purposes.
Property
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Judiciary
2/8/2012