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OK HJR1071
Joint Resolution
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Melissa Provenzano
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article X, Section 8E creating partial ad valorem property tax exemptions for veterans with service-connected disability ratings below 100%, effective January 1, 2027
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Veterans with 10-29% disability rating would receive a $5,000 exemption from assessed homestead value; 30-49% rating receives $7,500 exemption; 50-69% rating receives $10,000 exemption; 70-99% rating receives $12,000 exemption
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Maintains existing full homestead exemption for veterans with 100% permanent disability rating (in effect since January 1, 2006)
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Requires veterans to be honorably discharged from U.S. Armed Forces or Oklahoma National Guard and certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to qualify
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Directs the Secretary of State to refer the amendment to voters for approval or rejection as a state question on the ballot
Legislative Description
Oklahoma Constitution; ad valorem; veterans; partial exemption; ballot title; filing.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
2/3/2026