Bill > HJR1037

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would grant the Oklahoma Legislature the authority to freeze, suspend, or withhold up to 100% of state-appropriated funds for institutions within the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education. The proposed amendment would require such actions to be adopted through a joint resolution passed by a majority vote in both the State Senate and House of Representatives, subject to gubernatorial approval procedures. Any resolution to freeze funds must specifically identify the educational institution, the percentage of funds to be withheld, and the duration of the funding suspension, which cannot exceed two calendar years (730 days). After the specified timeframe, state funding would automatically resume unless extended or modified by a subsequent joint resolution. The proposed amendment emphasizes that such funding freezes would only apply to state-appropriated funds and would not impact federal funds, private donations, tuition, or other non-state revenue. The resolution also provides a detailed ballot title explaining the proposed change and directs the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to file copies of the resolution with the Secretary of State and Attorney General.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hjr1037&Session=2600