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OK SJR65

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/3/2014

Primary Sponsor

Anthony Sykes

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes amending Section 9 of Article X of the Oklahoma Constitution to allow County Excise Boards to reallocate ad valorem tax revenue specifically for construction of storm shelters or safe rooms in school districts

  • Applies only to school districts located in counties with populations exceeding 200,000 persons based on the most recent federal census

  • Requires voter approval by a majority of electors in the affected school district at an election called for that purpose before any reallocation can occur

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed constitutional amendment to voters for approval or rejection

  • Requires the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to file copies of the resolution with the Secretary of State and Attorney General immediately after passage

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; requiring reallocation of specified ad valorem revenue under certain circumstances. Ballot title.

Revenue and Taxation

Last Action

Title stricken

2/19/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules2/4/2014

Full Bill Text

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