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OK HJR1020

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/4/2013

Primary Sponsor

Gus Blackwell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment adding Section 38 to Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution to be placed on the ballot for voter approval

  • Prohibits compelling individuals, employers, health plan providers, health plan sponsors, health care providers, or any other person or entity to provide health coverage for abortion, contraception, or sterilization

  • Protects entities from discrimination or penalties for declining such coverage if it conflicts with their religious beliefs or moral convictions

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the measure to voters and requires the Chief Clerk of the House to file copies with the Secretary of State and Attorney General

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; providing that certain entities and persons cannot be forced to provide coverage for certain services if against their beliefs; ballot title; filing.

Health Care

Last Action

Coauthored by Representative(s) Moore

2/20/2013

Committee Referrals

States Rights2/5/2013

Full Bill Text

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