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OK SB1593

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Todd Gollihare

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement for the Board of Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa to promulgate rules and enact policies governing board processes and procedures

  • Eliminates the statutory presidential search process that previously required A&M Board members, Board of Trustees members, and OSU representatives to form a search committee

  • Removes outdated transitional language from 1999-2001 regarding OSU's authority to negotiate contracts with other institutions for courses and degree programs in the Tulsa area

  • Deletes provisions protecting Northeastern State University and Langston University degree programs from being diminished or duplicated

  • Effective date of July 1, 2026, with emergency clause for immediate effect upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Higher education; removing language regarding the promulgation of rules and the presidential search process for the Board of Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa. Effective date. Emergency.

Last Action

First Reading

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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