Bill > SB1307

This bill modifies existing Oklahoma law to remove a prohibition on how funds can be used by the Oklahoma Historical Society, the Oklahoma Arts Council, and the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission, specifically removing language that prevented funds from being used for religious purposes or for the benefit of religious figures or institutions. The bill also updates statutory references and clarifies language regarding contracts with nonprofit organizations that have a tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, which is a section of federal tax law that allows certain organizations to be exempt from paying federal income tax. This change aims to streamline how these state entities can disburse funds for historical and arts-related purposes by removing a restriction that was previously in place.