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This bill updates the existing statutory provisions for the Oklahoma Today Magazine, which is published by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department. Specifically, the bill allows the Department to distribute the magazine electronically through its subscription sales, in addition to traditional print distribution. The bill maintains the existing requirements that the magazine be published at least six times per year and that the magazine can sell advertising, with advertising subject to approval by the division director. The legislation also preserves existing provisions about potential commission compensation for employees who obtain advertising or sales, and maintains the magazine's exemption from certain state purchasing and administrative procedures. The bill clarifies some language, such as standardizing references to the Executive Director, and will become effective on November 1, 2025. The primary substantive change is the explicit authorization for electronic magazine distribution, which reflects modern publishing practices and potentially reduces printing and mailing costs.

Labor and Employment

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb653&Session=2500