Bill > HB2917

This bill amends the existing law regarding the Ag in the Classroom Education Revolving Fund by increasing the fee allocated from Agricultural Awareness license plates from $24 to $27. The bill expands the fund's funding sources to include legislative appropriations, federal grants, municipal contributions, and private donations, in addition to the license plate fees. Specifically, the additional funds beyond the original $24 must be used to expand the Ag in the Classroom Education Program into urban areas. The Ag in the Classroom Education Revolving Fund, which is housed in the State Treasury, will continue to be a non-lapsing fund that can be budgeted and expended by the State Department of Agriculture for agricultural education purposes. The expenditures will be processed through standard state financial procedures, with warrants issued by the State Treasurer based on claims approved by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for implementation of these changes.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2917&Session=2500