Bill No. 171 aims to enhance the security and preservation of the State Capitol Building in Oklahoma by mandating the Department of Public Safety to develop and maintain a security plan for the Capitol and its grounds, with updates required every three years. The bill modifies existing laws related to the State Capitol Preservation Commission, including the establishment of a new position, the Capitol Liaison, who will oversee proposals for enhancements and report on activities related to the Capitol Improvement Authority. It also authorizes the Oklahoma Capitol Improvement Authority to issue obligations for acquiring real property and funding repairs to the Capitol, with a total limit of $120 million, while repealing previous sections related to the State Capitol Repair Expenditure Oversight Committee to streamline oversight.

Furthermore, the bill amends the responsibilities of the State Capitol Preservation Commission, requiring it to provide high-quality maintenance and long-term planning for the Capitol and the Governor's Mansion, and mandates quarterly meetings to ensure a quorum for decision-making. It assigns specific duties to the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) for managing maintenance and restoration projects and clarifies the Oklahoma Arts Council's role in the acquisition and maintenance of state-owned art. The bill also exempts certain projects related to the Capitol from the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974, allowing OMES to select contractors based on their historical preservation experience. Additionally, it repeals Sections 4106 and 4107 of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes and declares an emergency for immediate effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 74-4102, 74-4106, 74-4107
Floor (Senate): 74-4102, 74-4106, 74-4107
Engrossed: 74-4102, 74-4106, 74-4107