This bill amends Section 332.4 of Title 57 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the compensation and expenses of the Pardon and Parole Board members. The proposed changes include an increase in the annual compensation for the Chair of the Board from $24,800 to $46,000, and for other Board members from $22,800 to $42,000. Additionally, the compensation for meeting preparation is raised from $400 to $600, and the payment for regular monthly Board meetings is increased from $1,667 to $3,233.33 for the Chair, and from $1,500 to $2,900 for other members.

The bill also outlines the consequences for Board members who fail to attend meetings. If a member misses one meeting without a justifiable excuse, they will not receive their monthly compensation. Missing two or more meetings may result in the member being deemed to have committed official misconduct, which could lead to removal from office following a resolution by the Board. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.