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OK HB3115
OK HB3115Public libraries; Opposition to Marxism and Defense of Oklahoma Children Act of 2024; associations; Department of Libraries Board; required credentials; effective date.
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Introduced
02/05/2024
02/05/2024
In Committee
02/06/2024
02/06/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to public libraries; enacting the "Opposition to Marxism and Defense of Oklahoma Children Act of 2024"; prohibiting tax-funded library entities from participating in certain associations; providing definition; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 2-106, which relates to duties and powers of the Department of Libraries Board; modifying duties; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 3-103, which relates to the director and assistant director offices of the Department of Libraries; modifying required credentials; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 4-106, which relates to appointments of librarians in public library systems; modifying required credentials; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 4-206, which relates to appointments of librarians in rural single county library systems; modifying required credentials; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 156, which relates to appointments of librarians in city-county library systems; modifying required credentials; amending 65 O.S. 2021, Section 556, which relates to appointments of librarians of metropolitan library systems; modifying required credentials; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Opposition to Marxism and Defense of Oklahoma Children Act of 2024," enacts several changes to Oklahoma's public library system. Firstly, it prohibits tax-funded library entities from participating in any association with fewer than 100 Oklahoma residents employed full-time, with "association" defined as an organization that supports, promotes, or develops libraries and library services. The bill also modifies the duties of the Oklahoma Department of Libraries Board, removing the requirement to maintain a liaison with the Oklahoma Library Association. Additionally, the bill amends several sections of state law to remove the requirement that librarians possess a degree from an American Library Association-accredited program, instead requiring only merit and appropriate experience. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee (on 02/06/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3115&Session=2400 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB3115%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2023-24%20INT/hB/HB3115%20INT.PDF |
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