The bill amends several sections of the Oklahoma Statutes related to the State Election Board, specifically addressing the composition, appointment, and terms of its members. The number of board members is increased from three to five, with specific appointments designated for the chair, the Secretary, and three additional members representing the largest and second-largest political parties, as well as a member from a smaller party. The bill also establishes a notarized list of nominees to be submitted by the state central committees of the recognized political parties, and it sets a timeline for appointments to be made by the Governor and submitted to the Senate.
Additionally, the bill clarifies the procedures for filling vacancies, including the appointment of an Acting Secretary in the event of a vacancy in that position. It repeals a previous section regarding the chair and vice chair members, updates the salary guidelines for the Secretary, and specifies that the terms of the newly appointed members will begin on July 1, 2027. The effective date of the act is set for November 1, 2025.