This bill amends Section 506 of the Oklahoma Corrections Act of 1967, specifically regarding the qualifications and appointment process for the Director of the Department of Corrections. The new qualifications require the Director to be certified as a peace officer in Oklahoma and to have at least five years of professional-level work experience. The bill also establishes a fixed term of five years for the Director, replacing the previous provision that allowed for removal or replacement at the Governor's discretion.

Additionally, the bill modifies the voting requirement for the removal of the Director, now requiring a two-thirds vote from both chambers of the Legislature for removal, rather than allowing the Governor to remove the Director without cause. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2026.