Bill > HJR1013

This joint resolution proposes amendments to the Oklahoma Constitution that would raise the threshold for approving constitutional amendments from a simple majority (more than 50%) to a supermajority of 60% of votes cast. The proposed changes would apply to both constitutional amendments initiated by petition and those referred by the Legislature. Currently, amendments can pass with a majority vote, but under this proposal, any amendment to the state constitution would require 60% approval to take effect. The resolution directs the Secretary of State to refer these proposed changes to voters at the next regular election, with a specific ballot title that explains the key provisions. Additionally, the resolution includes provisions that prevent the Legislature from modifying the new 60% approval requirement in the future, ensuring that any future changes to this voting threshold would themselves require a 60% vote. The changes aim to make it more difficult to amend the Oklahoma Constitution by requiring a broader consensus of voters.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hjr1013&Session=2600