SB1027

Initiative and referendum; establishing requirements for gist of proposition; establishing requirements for collection of signatures; requiring certain disclosures. Emergency.

Complete·5/27/25

Oklahoma SB1027 updates initiative and referendum petition requirements, including gender-neutral language and signature collection forms.

Oklahoma SB1027 amends the state's initiative and referendum petition process. It mandates that petition language be gender-neutral and free from deceptive euphemisms. The Secretary of State must design a standardized form for collecting signatures, which must be attached to each petition copy. Each petition and signature sheet, termed a pamphlet, must prominently display a warning about the felony consequences of signing under false pretenses. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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7 Nay

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2 Absent

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History

May 27, 2025

Senate

Approved by Governor 05/23/2025

May 21, 2025

Senate

HAs adopted

May 21, 2025

Senate

Measure and Emergency passed: Ayes: 39 Nays: 7