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OK HJR1060
Joint Resolution
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Pae
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment (Article 10, Section 8G) to exempt the full fair cash value of homesteads from ad valorem (property) taxes for 100% permanently disabled firefighters, police officers, and volunteer police officers with service-connected or line-of-duty disabilities, effective January 1, 2027.
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Extends the full homestead exemption to surviving spouses of qualifying disabled first responders.
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Requires disability certification from the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System, Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System, another state's pension authority, or the federal Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program.
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Allows the exemption to transfer to a newly acquired homestead if the qualifying individual or surviving spouse sells their property and purchases another home within the same calendar year.
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Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed constitutional amendment to Oklahoma voters for approval or rejection through a ballot referendum.
Legislative Description
Oklahoma Constitution; ad valorem; homestead exemption; disabled firefighters; disabled police officers; disabled volunteer police officers; surviving spouse; ballot title; filing.
Last Action
Remove Representative May as principal House author and substitute with Representative Pae
2/9/2026