H.J.Res.1039

Oklahoma Constitution; Board on Legislative Compensation; modified compensation; referral of question; Attorney General; Secretary of State; ballot title; filing.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma HJR1039 proposes a constitutional amendment to modify compensation for members of the Legislature.

Oklahoma HJR1039 proposes an amendment to Section 21 of Article V of the Oklahoma Constitution. The amendment would require any recommendation by the Board on Legislative Compensation to change compensation for members of the Legislature to be approved by a majority vote of the people. The Board would consist of members from various sectors, including agricultural, civic, manufacturing, and professional fields. The Board would not include any members of the Legislature. The amendment also includes provisions for the Board to seek advice from the Attorney General and the Secretary of State.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Sponsors

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RRR
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History

Feb 3

House

Second Reading referred to Rules

Feb 2

House

First Reading

Feb 2

House

Authored by Representative West (Rick)