Bill > HJR1055

This joint resolution directs the Secretary of State to present a proposed amendment to the Oklahoma Constitution to the voters for their approval or rejection, which would change how the State Superintendent of Public Instruction is selected and removed. Currently, the State Superintendent is an elected official, but this amendment, effective November 1, 2034, would make the position appointed. The appointment process involves the Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE) recommending a list of candidates to the Governor, who then selects one, and this selection must be confirmed by a two-thirds vote of the State Senate. If the Senate rejects the Governor's choice, the Governor must pick another candidate from the original OSBE list. The resolution also outlines two ways the State Superintendent could be removed from office: either by a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers or by the Governor's order combined with a two-thirds vote of one legislative chamber. Additionally, the Legislature would be responsible for establishing the qualifications for this appointed position.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hjr1055&Session=2600