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OK SB895

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/14/2016

Primary Sponsor

Kyle Loveless

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Consolidates the Office of the State Bond Advisor into the Office of the State Treasurer, transferring all funds, personnel, records, and functions to the Treasurer's office

  • Requires the Council of Bond Oversight and State Treasurer to jointly appoint the State Bond Advisor through a national search, with approval by at least three Council members and Senate confirmation

  • State Bond Advisor becomes an employee of the State Treasurer's office rather than heading a separate state agency, but retains authority to advise on bond issuances, negotiate fees, and represent state interests before rating agencies

  • Transfers the Bond Oversight Revolving Fund from the State Bond Advisor's office to the State Treasurer's office for expenses related to the Oklahoma Bond Oversight and Reform Act

  • Repeals Section 695.7a establishing the State Bond Advisor as a separate agency; passed Senate on March 10, 2016

Legislative Description

State Bond Advisor; consolidating Office of State Bond Advisor with Office of State Treasurer.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Appropriations and Budget

3/16/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget3/16/2016
Appropriations2/15/2016
General Government2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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