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OK SB1327

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Darcy Jech

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Transfers authority to appoint the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department from the Governor to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission, with the Commission also setting the Executive Director's salary

  • Requires appointed Commission members to demonstrate experience in fields related to economic growth and tourism development, including hospitality management, venue management, tourism promotion, real estate development, outdoor recreation, marketing and branding, or financial operations

  • Establishes that Commission members must take constitutional and statutory oaths of office and file them with the Secretary of State before serving

  • Requires the Commission to meet at least quarterly, with the Governor appointing the chair, vice chair, and secretary from among Commission members

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; transferring certain duties to the Commission; authorizing the Commission to appoint Executive Director. Effective date.

Last Action

First Reading

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Economic Development, Workforce and Tourism2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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