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OK HJR1035

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

5/15/2015

Primary Sponsor

Jeffrey Hickman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expresses legislative intent for proposed constitutional amendment in HJR 1012 to guarantee farming and ranching practices in Oklahoma by ensuring citizens have access to secure, nutritious, and diverse food supply at reasonable cost.

  • Directs that the proposed constitutional amendment be construed to give greatest possible defense and deference to Oklahoma's farmers and ranchers in their agricultural practices.

  • Intends to prevent unreasonable government regulations and restrictions on farmers and ranchers, with regulations only allowed when meeting compelling state interest and immediate danger exists to public health, safety, or welfare; examples include protecting public drinking water and preventing illegal substance cultivation.

  • Asserts Oklahoma's sovereign interest in protecting its agricultural economy and community from overregulation and unnecessary government interference to preserve food supply security and economic prosperity.

  • Declares an emergency, making the resolution effective immediately upon passage and approval.

Legislative Description

Expressing the legislative intent of House Joint Resolution No. 1012; emergency.

Government

Last Action

Second Reading, direct to Calendar

5/18/2015

Full Bill Text

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