Bill > HJR1047

This Joint Resolution directs the Secretary of State to present a proposed amendment to the Oklahoma Constitution to the voters for their approval or rejection. The amendment would establish a Board on Legislative Compensation, composed of members appointed by the Governor, President Pro Tempore of the Senate, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, to set the compensation for members of the Legislature. Crucially, any proposed changes to this compensation by the Board would then need to be put to a statewide vote as a "state question" and would only take effect if approved by a majority of the people. The resolution also outlines the specific ballot title that voters will see when deciding on this amendment, which clearly states that a majority vote will be required to change legislative pay, and directs the filing of the resolution and ballot title with state officials.