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OK SB615
OK SB615State government; authorizing certain agencies to establish education and training programs. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/04/2019
02/04/2019
In Committee
04/11/2019
04/11/2019
Crossed Over
03/14/2019
03/14/2019
Passed
04/25/2019
04/25/2019
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/30/2019
04/30/2019
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to state government; authorizing certain agencies to establish education and training programs; authorizing certain contracts; providing for funding of programs; establishing criteria for participation in program; authorizing tuition reimbursement for successful candidates; outlining procedures for promissory note; establishing penalties; authorizing payment of certain fees; directing promulgation of rules; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Training programs for public safety positions
AI Summary
This bill authorizes certain Oklahoma state agencies, including the Oklahoma Highway Patrol Division, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, and the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, to establish education and training programs for employees in positions critical to public safety. The bill allows these agencies to use their funds to pay salaries, tuition, and subsistence for employees participating in these programs. Employees who receive such training must commit to at least one year of service with the agency and can execute a promissory note to repay the training expenses if they leave before the commitment is fulfilled. The bill also allows the agencies to pay for employee license and certification fees and requires the promulgation of rules to implement the provisions of the bill. The bill becomes effective on November 1, 2019.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Approved by Governor 04/30/2019 (on 04/30/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb615&Session=2000 |
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