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OK SB2032

OK SB2032
Initiative and referendum; specifying time period for certain election. Effective date.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to initiative and referendum; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 12-116, which relates to special elections on state questions; specifying time period for certain elections; amending 34 O.S. 2021, Sections 12 and 25, which relate to proclamation by the Governor and time for submission for initiated and referred measures; specifying time period for certain election; conforming language; making language gender neutral; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill modifies existing Oklahoma law regarding special elections for state questions, which are proposed laws or constitutional amendments that are voted on by the public. Specifically, it changes the timeframe for when these special elections must be held. For statewide special elections called by the Governor or Legislature, the election must now occur between 70 and 250 days after the election is called, rather than just at least 70 days out. Similarly, when the Secretary of State notifies the Governor about a properly filed initiative or referendum petition, the Governor must now set the election date between 70 and 250 days after that notification. The bill also makes language gender-neutral and clarifies that the Governor's discretion to call a special election for initiated or referred measures must adhere to these new time requirements.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Authored by Senator Goodwin (on 02/02/2026)

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