The bill amends Section 8 of Title 34 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which governs the processes for initiative and referendum petitions. Key modifications include the introduction of a requirement that no more than five percent of the total signatures for both initiative and referendum petitions can come from legal voters of a single county. Additionally, the bill updates the procedures for filing petitions, including the timeline for signature circulation and the responsibilities of the Secretary of State in publishing notices and handling protests related to the petitions.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the process for the Supreme Court to address objections to the sufficiency of signatures and the validity of ballot titles, including the imposition of sanctions for frivolous objections. It also updates statutory language and references, ensuring that the provisions align with current legal standards. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.

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