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OK SJR59

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

David Holt

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment adding Section 10 to Article XIII of the Oklahoma Constitution, to be referred to voters for approval

  • Requires the State Treasurer to certify estimated operational and ongoing cost savings from legislation proposed by the School Modernization and Renew Teaching Commission

  • Mandates that certified savings be placed in a special account dedicated to increasing minimum compensation for public school teachers once the proposed legislation is signed or otherwise approved

  • Constitutional provision would expire on December 31, 2021

  • Effectiveness contingent on passage of Senate Joint Resolution No. 58 from the same legislative session

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; requiring State Treasurer to certify certain savings amount; providing for use. Ballot title.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/3/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2016

Full Bill Text

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