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OK HJR1047

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

Elise Hall

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes amending Section 23 of Article X of the Oklahoma Constitution to reduce the annual appropriation growth limit from 12% to 7%, adjusted for inflation from the previous calendar year

  • Requires voter approval through a legislative referendum to enact this constitutional amendment

  • Maintains existing balanced budget requirements, including the State Board of Equalization's certification process 35-45 days before each legislative session

  • Preserves the 95% revenue estimate cap on available appropriations, with federal funds certified at 100%

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the measure to voters and requires the Chief Clerk to file copies with the Secretary of State and Attorney General

Legislative Description

Oklahoma Constitution; appropriations; limits; ballot title; filing.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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