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OK HB1917
OK HB1917Elections; unopposed candidates; providing for retention ballot for certain legislative candidates; effective date.
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Introduced
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/07/2023
02/07/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 6-102, which relates to unopposed candidates; providing for retention ballots for certain legislative candidates; providing for special election; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing Oklahoma law to provide for a retention ballot for certain unopposed legislative candidates at the General Election. If the incumbent candidate receives a 51% majority of votes in favor, they will retain their legislative office. If the candidate fails to receive a 51% majority, a special election will be called to fill the vacancy. The bill also specifies that this provision will become effective on January 1, 2025.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/07/2023)
Taxonomy
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1917&Session=2400 | 12/05/2023 |
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1917&Session=2300 | 01/19/2023 |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20INT/hB/HB1917%20INT.PDF | 01/19/2023 |
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