HB1017

Higher education; Oklahoma College Athletic Conference Act; Oklahoma NCAA Division II Athletic Conference Exploration Commission; emergency.

Complete·5/7/25

Oklahoma HB1017 establishes a commission to explore creating a new NCAA Division II athletic conference in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma HB1017 creates the Oklahoma NCAA Division II Athletic Conference Exploration Commission to study the feasibility of forming a new NCAA Division II athletic conference. The Commission will analyze potential member institutions, academic and athletic capabilities, community benefits, and funding sources. It will consult with NCAA representatives, academic and athletic organizations, and other stakeholders. The Commission will submit a final report with recommendations, a proposed timeline, and a financial assessment.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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13 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 16, 2025

2:00 PM

Senate Appropriations REVISED Hearing

Apr 8, 2025

10:00 AM

Senate Education REVISED Hearing

History

May 7, 2025

House

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/07/2025

Apr 30, 2025

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

Apr 30, 2025

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House