The bill amends 25 O.S. 2021, Section 2101, to authorize the state and various political subdivisions to display replicas of historical documents, including the Ten Commandments, in public buildings and grounds. It specifies that a monument of the Ten Commandments must be prominently displayed at the Oklahoma State Capitol, highlighting its historic significance. The Governor, the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives are tasked with determining the design, placement, security, construction, and funding of the monument within one year of the bill's enactment. They may consult with third-party groups for assistance, and only donated funds can be used for these purposes. Additionally, the bill stipulates that monuments cannot be relocated without the approval of three-fourths of both legislative houses and the Governor.
Furthermore, the bill establishes a felony offense for anyone who knowingly damages or destroys the monuments. It also allows the Attorney General to prepare a legal defense if the legality or constitutionality of any display is challenged in court. The bill includes an emergency clause, indicating that it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.