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OK SJR56

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/3/2014

Primary Sponsor

Eddie Fields

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

SJR 56 Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment by adding Section 38 to Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution.

  • Guarantees farmers and ranchers the right to engage in modern farming and ranching practices, including agricultural technology and modern livestock production methods.

  • Prohibits the Oklahoma Legislature from passing laws that would restrict or abridge these agricultural rights.

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters for approval through a statewide election.

  • Establishes the official ballot title and language for voters to approve or reject the constitutional amendment.

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; providing certain rights to farmers and ranchers. Ballot title.

Agriculture

Last Action

Reported Do Pass Rules committee; CR filed

2/19/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules2/4/2014

Full Bill Text

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