SB779

County officials; creating the Volunteer County Emergency Response Corps Act. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25

Oklahoma SB779 creates the Volunteer County Emergency Response Corps Act to establish a system for county residents to volunteer during emergencies.

Oklahoma SB779 establishes the Volunteer County Emergency Response Corps Act, which mandates the county sheriff, county commissioners, and emergency management personnel to create a system for county residents to volunteer their time, expertise, or resources during emergencies. This system will list applicable specialties or available supplies and share preferred contact information. The county sheriff and county commissioners must hold a public meeting annually to discuss and promote the corps.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Senate: General Government Committee: DO PASS AMENDED

7 Yea

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2 Nay

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History

Feb 13, 2025

Senate

Placed on General Order

Feb 11, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass as amended Local and County Government committee; CR filed

Feb 11, 2025

Senate

Title stricken