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OK SB1593
Bill
Status
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Todd Gollihare
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AI Summary
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Removes the requirement for the Board of Trustees for Oklahoma State University/Tulsa to promulgate rules and enact policies governing board processes and procedures
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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
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Removes outdated transitional language from 1999-2001 regarding OSU's authority to negotiate contracts with other institutions for courses and degree programs in the Tulsa area
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Deletes provisions protecting Northeastern State University and Langston University degree programs from being diminished or duplicated
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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