SB656

State Election Board; modifying board composition. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25

Oklahoma SB656 modifies the State Election Board's composition and appointment process.

Oklahoma SB656 amends the State Election Board's composition, requiring it to consist of five members appointed by the Governor, with advice and consent from the Senate. The board includes a chair appointed by the Speaker of the House, a Secretary appointed by the President Pro Tempore, and three additional members from the largest and second-largest political parties. The bill sets a timeline for appointments and outlines procedures for filling vacancies. It also establishes salary guidelines for the Secretary and updates statutory language. The changes become effective November 1, 2025.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate: Judiciary Committee: DO PASS AMENDED CS

9 Yea

RRRRRDDRR

0 Nay

History

Mar 3, 2025

Senate

Coauthored by Representative Hilbert (principal House author)

Feb 27, 2025

Senate

Placed on General Order

Feb 25, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Judiciary committee; CR filed