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OK SJR41
OK SJR41Constitutional amendment; recognizing the inherent right of parents to parent their children.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A Joint Resolution directing the Secretary of State to refer to the people for their approval or rejection a proposed amendment to add a new Section 2A of Article II of the Oklahoma Constitution; recognizing the inherent right of parents to parent their children; requiring the state to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that interference is warranted; requiring that evidentiary standards mirror criminal proceedings; providing ballot title; and directing filing.
AI Summary
This joint resolution directs the Secretary of State to put a proposed amendment to the Oklahoma Constitution before the voters for their approval or rejection. This amendment would add a new section recognizing parents' inherent right to raise their children without unreasonable state interference, meaning the state would have to prove "beyond a reasonable doubt" – the same high standard used in criminal cases – that a parent is unfit and that intervention is necessary before it can interfere with parental rights. The resolution also outlines the official ballot title that voters will see when deciding on this proposed constitutional change.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sjr41&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SJR41%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SRES/SJR41%20INT.PDF |
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