HJR 1076 Summary

• Proposes amendment to Section 35 of Article II of Oklahoma Constitution to clarify language regarding marriage definition and recognition

• Amends constitutional language from "this state" to "Oklahoma" in provisions defining marriage as union of one man and one woman

• Amends constitutional language regarding non-recognition of same-sex marriages performed in other states by changing "this state" to "Oklahoma"

• Directs Secretary of State to refer proposed amendment to voters for approval or rejection through established constitutional amendment process

• Establishes ballot title stating amendment "clarifies language in Section 35 of Article 2 of the Oklahoma Constitution, which relates to marriage"