Bill > SB990

This bill establishes a new procedure for the Oklahoma Legislature to initiate a recall election for statewide elected officers who are not subject to impeachment. Under the proposed law, the Legislature can start a recall process by introducing a joint resolution through the President Pro Tempore of the Senate or the Speaker of the House, which must specify the reason(s) for removal and set a date for the recall election. The joint resolution requires legislative approval and must be filed with the Secretary of State, and notably, it is not subject to regular legislative cutoff dates or gubernatorial veto. If the recall election is held, voters will decide whether to remove the specified statewide elected officer, and removal requires a majority vote. If the officer is successfully recalled, the Governor will appoint a replacement to serve the remainder of the term. The bill provides that the election will be conducted consistent with existing election laws, and any contest or recount will follow standard legal procedures. The legislation is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and is designed to provide a legislative mechanism for removing statewide elected officials outside of the impeachment process.

Government Affairs, Justice

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb990&Session=2500