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OK HB2504
OK HB2504Elections; prohibiting implementation of federal election guidance without legislative approval; effective date; emergency.
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Introduced
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
In Committee
03/30/2023
03/30/2023
Crossed Over
03/22/2023
03/22/2023
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to elections; prohibiting implementation of federal election guidance without legislative approval; providing for notice requirement; providing for method of notice; providing exception; providing penalty; defining term; requiring new federal funds be approved by Legislature; requiring publishing of funds possessed by the State Election Board; providing penalty; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the Secretary of the State Election Board or county election boards from implementing any new federal election guidance without prior approval from the state legislature. It requires the election boards to provide written notice to state officials, including the governor and legislative leadership, about any new federal election directives or guidance, as well as any related litigation. The bill also requires all new federal election funds to be approved by the legislature before being accepted and used, with an exception if the legislature is not in session. The bill also mandates the State Election Board to publish the balance of all federal funds it possesses annually. Violations of these requirements are deemed misdemeanors.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Coauthored by Senator Hamilton (on 04/04/2023)
Taxonomy
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
Government Operations
- ‐ Intergovernmental Relations
- ‐ Legislative Branch Operations and Rules
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