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OK HB3511

OK HB3511
Elections; special elections; modifying timelines for certain elections; effective date.


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Introduced
02/05/2024
In Committee
04/04/2024
Crossed Over
03/13/2024
Passed
05/14/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/16/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Sections 12-108, 12-109 and 14-118, which relate to special elections; modifying timelines for certain elections; adding special runoff primary for certain elections; adding reference to runoff primary; removing exception; clarifying the application of certain deadlines; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Elections

AI Summary

This bill amends three sections of Oklahoma's election laws. It modifies the timelines for certain special elections, including adding a special runoff primary election, and clarifies the application of certain deadlines. Specifically, it increases the minimum time between the close of the filing period and the special primary election from 20 to 30 days, adds a requirement for a special runoff primary election 20 days after the special primary, and adjusts the timing of the special general election accordingly. The bill also makes changes to the absentee ballot transmission process for special elections involving state offices.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Approved by Governor 05/16/2024 (on 05/16/2024)

Taxonomy

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues

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