Bill > HB1771

This bill modifies the sunset provision for the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority (OETA), effectively removing the previously established expiration date of July 1, 2026. The bill maintains the existing structure of the OETA, which is a 13-member body consisting of key educational leaders (such as university presidents, the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and the Chancellor of the State Regents for Higher Education) and seven additional members appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation. The appointed members must have lived in Oklahoma for at least five years, include representation from each congressional district, and have a majority of members actively engaged in education. The bill preserves the existing governance details, including the one-year terms for leadership positions, quarterly meetings, reimbursement for travel expenses (but no direct compensation), and the requirement of seven members to constitute a quorum and take official actions. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, which essentially continues the OETA's existence without a specific future sunset date, ensuring the ongoing operation of this state educational television authority.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1771&Session=2600