Bill > HB1329

This bill provides a 20% salary increase for park rangers employed by the Oklahoma Department of Tourism and Recreation who have worked for at least six months, effective July 1, 2025. The legislation specifically targets park rangers' compensation, aiming to provide a substantial boost to their current salaries. The bill includes an emergency clause, which means it can take effect immediately upon passage and approval, highlighting the perceived urgency of the compensation increase. While the bill does not modify existing statutes (it is noted as "not to be codified"), it represents a direct financial improvement for park rangers in Oklahoma. The timing of the increase is precisely set for July 1, 2025, allowing the state and the Department of Tourism and Recreation to prepare for and implement the salary adjustment. The emergency declaration suggests that the lawmakers view this compensation increase as important for maintaining public services and supporting park rangers' work in the state.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1329&Session=2600