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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