Bill > SB1200

This bill amends existing Oklahoma law regarding eligibility for school district and technology center school district board of education candidates by adding a new restriction on candidacy. Specifically, the bill prohibits individuals with a 5% or greater financial interest in companies involved in two specific areas from being eligible to run for or serve on a school board: (1) bond issuance for school districts or technology center school districts in Oklahoma, and (2) construction or remodeling of facilities for school districts or technology center school districts in Oklahoma. The bill maintains existing requirements that candidates must have resided in the district for at least six months, be registered voters within the district's boundaries, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The new provision takes effect on the bill's effective date and aims to prevent potential conflicts of interest by barring candidates with significant financial stakes in school-related business activities from serving on school boards. This change is intended to ensure that school board members do not have personal financial motivations that could compromise their decision-making on behalf of the school district.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1200&Session=2600