Bill > HJR1024

This joint resolution directs the Oklahoma Secretary of State to put a proposed amendment to the state Constitution before the voters for their approval or rejection. The amendment aims to update the rules for the Judicial Nominating Commission, which is responsible for recommending candidates for judicial positions. Key changes include updating references to congressional districts to reflect current boundaries, removing restrictions that prevented licensed attorneys or individuals with family members who are attorneys from serving on the commission, and modifying term limits to allow commissioners to serve up to twelve consecutive years, with specific terms for different types of members (six years for most, two years for at-large members). It also removes a restriction based on political party affiliation and clarifies that these changes will apply to commission positions as they become vacant due to term expiration or other reasons. The resolution also provides the official "Ballot Title," which is a summary of the proposed changes that voters will see when they vote.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hjr1024&Session=2600