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OK HJR1082

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Chapman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Section 8E of Article X creating partial ad valorem (property tax) exemptions on homesteads for veterans with VA-certified service-connected disability ratings below 100%

  • Establishes a tiered exemption structure: $5,000 exemption for 10-29% disability rating; $7,500 for 30-49%; $10,000 for 50-69%; $12,000 for 70-99%

  • Maintains the existing full homestead exemption for veterans with 100% permanent disability and their surviving spouses, in effect since January 1, 2006

  • Requires veterans to be honorably discharged from U.S. Armed Forces or Oklahoma National Guard, prove Oklahoma residency, and qualify for the standard homestead exemption

  • Directs the Secretary of State to refer the proposed amendment to voters for approval or rejection as a legislative referendum

Legislative Description

Oklahoma Constitution; ad valorem; veterans; partial exemption; ballot title; filing.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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