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OK HJR1056
Joint Resolution
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Osburn
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to change the Commissioner of Labor from an elected position to an appointed position, effective November 1, 2034
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Establishes appointment process where the Speaker of the House provides six nominees to the Governor, who selects one for Senate confirmation requiring a two-thirds vote
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Allows removal of the Commissioner of Labor by either a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, or by Governor's order combined with a two-thirds vote of one chamber
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Removes Commissioner of Labor from the list of statewide elected officials with four-year terms while maintaining existing term limits and succession rules for other offices
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Directs the Secretary of State to refer this proposed constitutional amendment to Oklahoma voters for approval or rejection
Legislative Description
Joint resolution; Oklahoma Constitution; Article VI; appointment; removal; Commissioner of Labor; ballot title; filing.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
2/3/2026