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OK SJR40

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Bullard

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reduces the term of office for Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education from 9 years to 4 years, effective upon voter approval of the constitutional amendment

  • Establishes a two-term limit for Regents, prohibiting individuals from serving more than two terms on the board

  • Requires the proposed amendment to Section 2 of Article XIII-A of the Oklahoma Constitution be referred to voters as a legislative referendum

  • Maintains the existing structure of the nine-member board appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate, with members removable only for cause

Legislative Description

Constitutional amendment; modifying term of office for the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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