HJR1081 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to Section 9 of Article X of the Oklahoma Constitution to allow school districts to levy an additional property tax of up to 5 mills on the dollar.

• Requires voter approval before any levy can be made, with elections held annually or when petitioned by 10% of district electors or recommended by the school board.

• Revenue from the new levy must be used exclusively for operational expenses of school districts, specifically for payment of certified employee salaries.

• Prohibits the state from conditioning, reducing, or increasing state aid or benefits to any school district based on whether it levies this additional millage.

• Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters for approval or rejection with a specified ballot title and requires filing with the Attorney General.