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OK SB1991

OK SB1991
Conduct of elections; prohibiting state or political subdivision from enacting certain voting method. Emergency.


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Introduced
02/05/2024
In Committee
02/06/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to conduct of elections; prohibiting state or political subdivision from enacting certain voting method; declaring certain ordinances void; providing exceptions; providing for enforcement; authorizing civil action for certain violations; authorizing award of certain costs and fees; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the state of Oklahoma or any of its political subdivisions from enacting or adopting any voting method that allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference and uses multiple rounds of tabulation to determine a winner. The bill declares any existing ordinances that conflict with these requirements as void, though it exempts the internal processes of political parties. The Attorney General is granted the authority to enforce the provisions of this bill, and individuals who are aggrieved, such as candidates, voters, or election officials, can bring a civil action for declaratory or injunctive relief. The bill also includes an emergency clause, making it effective immediately upon passage and approval.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to General Government (on 02/06/2024)

Taxonomy

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

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