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OK HJR1012

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

4/30/2015

Primary Sponsor

Scott Biggs

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

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

  • Adds Section 38 to Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution to guarantee citizens and lawful residents the right to engage in farming and ranching practices.

  • Prohibits the Legislature from passing laws that abridge the right to employ agricultural technology and livestock production practices without a compelling state interest.

  • Preserves existing property rights laws related to trespass, eminent domain, mineral interests, easements, and rights of way.

  • Exempts any statutes or ordinances enacted prior to December 31, 2014 from modification by the new section.

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; guaranteeing the right to engage in certain farming and ranching practices; ballot title; filing.

Agriculture

Last Action

Filed with Secretary of State

4/30/2015

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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