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This joint resolution directs the Oklahoma Secretary of State to present a proposed amendment to the state Constitution to voters for their approval or rejection. If approved, this amendment would create a new section allowing a full homestead exemption, meaning property taxes would not be owed on the entire fair cash value of their home, for disabled firefighters, disabled police officers, and disabled volunteer police officers who are 100% permanently disabled and whose disability is service-connected or line-of-duty. This exemption would also extend to the surviving spouses of these individuals. To qualify, the head of household must prove residency in Oklahoma and have previously qualified for or be eligible for the homestead exemption. The amendment also clarifies that if a qualifying individual or their surviving spouse sells their homestead and acquires a new one in the same calendar year, the exemption will apply to the new property. The resolution also includes the specific wording for the ballot title that voters will see when they vote on this proposed amendment.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hjr1060&Session=2600