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OK SJR20

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/4/2013

Primary Sponsor

David Holt

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment (Article X, Section 26A) prohibiting Oklahoma cities, towns, or townships from incurring debt or contractual obligations without express approval

  • Requires approval through one of three methods: majority vote of the governing body's elected members, endorsement by a delegated officer, or majority voter approval at an election

  • Amendment would be cumulative to existing Section 26 limitations and would not affect restrictions on indebtedness exceeding annual income and revenue

  • Exempts court judgments from the approval requirements

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters for approval or rejection through a state question

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; relating to city indebtedness; requiring public approval of municipal indebtedness.

Cities and Towns

Last Action

Second Reading referred to General Government

2/5/2013

Committee Referrals

General Government2/5/2013

Full Bill Text

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