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This bill establishes the Oklahoma Workforce Housing Commission, a 15-member body created to address housing needs across the state, effective January 1, 2026. The commission will be composed of members appointed by the Governor, Senate President Pro Tempore, and House Speaker, representing diverse backgrounds including urban and rural communities, housing authorities, special populations, and financial institutions. The commission will include ex officio members from state and federal agencies, with eight members required for a quorum and decisions made by majority vote. Members will serve initial two-year terms, then three-year terms thereafter, and will not receive compensation. The commission's primary purpose is to coordinate housing solutions for workers across all income levels and facilitate community economic growth. Additionally, the Oklahoma Workforce Commission is tasked with developing several key initiatives, including a comprehensive housing needs assessment, an annual housing report, a long-term state housing expansion plan, and evaluations of existing housing programs. The commission will also make recommendations to the Legislature about policies and incentives to increase and diversify housing stock. All commission meetings will be subject to Oklahoma's Open Meeting and Open Records Acts, ensuring transparency in its operations.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb275&Session=2600