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OK HB2891

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Townley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts merchandise for resale purchased by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department from the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act, including items sold over the Internet, in publications, or through Department retail outlets such as lodges, gift shops, golf course pro shops, restaurants, and other production materials.

  • Exempts materials, supplies, and services necessary for efficient and economical operation of revenue-generating Department facilities and programs, including mattresses, pillows, bed skirts, drapery, small appliances in hospitality spaces, pool equipment, and pool maintenance costs.

  • Defines "revenue generating" as a purchase affecting the ability to generate revenue at a Department-operated facility or program, with revenue built into the Department's budget to fund operational expenses and salaries.

  • Specifies that the exemption does not apply to leasing or contracting for state-owned restaurants in Oklahoma state parks.

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Legislative Description

Tourism; Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Departments; purchases; exemption; Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act; defining term; limitations; effective date.

Last Action

Recommendation to the full committee; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Appropriations and Budget Natural Resources Subcommittee

2/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget Natural Resources Subcommittee2/4/2025
Appropriations and Budget2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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