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OK SJR15
OK SJR15Joint resolution; calling a Constitutional Convention to alter, revise, or amend the present Constitution of the State of Oklahoma or propose a new Constitution.
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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
A Joint Resolution calling a Constitutional Convention to alter, revise, or amend the present Constitution of the State of Oklahoma or to propose a new Constitution; fixing the time and place thereof; providing for selection of delegates to the Convention; providing requirements and restrictions for eligibility; creating a Constitutional Convention Commission; stating purpose; providing for composition; providing for election of officers and organization of the Constitutional Convention; providing oath of office; providing for recall and penalty for violation of oath; providing for employment of staff; requiring staff of Senate and House of Representatives to provide assistance; providing for rules of procedure; requiring quorum to transact business; requiring a simple majority for adoption of measures; prohibiting consideration of certain provisions of the Constitution; providing for working draft to be considered by the Constitutional Convention; providing voting requirements for certain actions; providing date of adjournment; providing for compensation of delegates; providing for payment of expenses of the Convention; subjecting delegates to certain rules and laws; providing for submission of constitutional changes to the voters of the state; providing for submission of this joint resolution to a vote of the people; ordering a special election; providing ballot title; and directing filing.
AI Summary
This Joint Resolution calls for a Constitutional Convention in Oklahoma to review, alter, revise, or propose a new state Constitution, with the ultimate goal of submitting any proposed changes to the voters for approval. The convention is scheduled to begin on July 12, 2024, and conclude by June 30, 2025, with a total of 106 delegates: 68 from the State Legislature, 12 from executive branch agencies, 6 from the judicial branch, and 20 from the public at large, with specific selection processes and geographical distribution requirements for delegates. A Constitutional Convention Commission will oversee delegate selection, and delegates will take an oath to uphold the U.S. and Oklahoma Constitutions, with penalties for violations. The convention will operate under rules of procedure, requiring a simple majority for quorum and adoption of measures, though a two-thirds vote is needed to consider specific articles of the Constitution for amendment. Delegates will not receive a salary but will be reimbursed for mileage and per diem expenses for up to 90 days, and all convention expenses will be paid by the state. Any proposed constitutional changes will be submitted to voters in the General Election of 2028, and this resolution itself will be put to a vote of the people in a special election on or before November 9, 2023, to approve the calling of the convention.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/07/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sjr15&Session=2400 | 12/05/2023 |
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sjr15&Session=2300 | 01/19/2023 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SJR15%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF | 02/03/2023 |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20INT/SRES/SJR15%20INT.PDF | 01/19/2023 |
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