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OK SB652
Administration of elections; modifying permissible dates for certain elections; authorizing special elections called for certain purposes to be held on certain dates. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
04/21/2025
04/21/2025
Crossed Over
03/26/2025
03/26/2025
Passed
05/19/2025
05/19/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/24/2025
05/24/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 652 By: Paxton of the Senate and Osburn of the House An Act relating to administration of elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 3-101, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 329, O.S.L. 2023 (26 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-101), which relates to scheduling of elections; modifying permissible dates for certain elections; authorizing special elections called for certain purposes to be held on certain dates; specifying applicability of provisions; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Scheduling of elections
AI Summary
This bill modifies Oklahoma's election scheduling laws by changing the permissible dates for regular and special elections across various political subdivisions. The bill revises the specific Tuesdays on which elections can be held, removing some previous restrictions and adding new provisions. Notably, it changes election dates for different types of elections, such as moving the September election to June, the November election to August, and introducing new potential election dates. The bill also provides specific provisions for special elections called by the Governor, including additional dates for elections in cases of vacancies or emergencies, primarily in odd-numbered years. For special elections to fill vacancies, the bill establishes a standardized three-day candidate filing period and requires entities to file election resolutions with the county election board at least 75 days prior to the election. An important implementation detail is that these new election scheduling rules will apply to elections held after January 1, 2026, giving political subdivisions time to adjust to the new requirements. The bill aims to provide more flexibility and standardization in election scheduling while maintaining structured guidelines for when and how elections can be conducted.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/22/2025 (on 05/27/2025)
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