SB962

Elections; increasing certain amounts required for certain recounts; requiring reimbursement of certain costs; modifying provisions related to certain petition. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB962 amends election laws to increase fees for ballot recounts and modify petition requirements.

Oklahoma SB962 revises election laws by increasing the fees required for ballot recounts. It specifies higher fees for manual and electronic recounts, with tiered rates based on the number of ballots. The bill also modifies the requirements for petitions seeking recounts, including the need for specific allegations of irregularities and the amount of deposit required. Additionally, it outlines conditions under which recounts are authorized for elections involving issues or questions, and establishes a revolving fund for the State Election Board to cover recount costs.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Haste