This bill amends Section 106.9 of Title 20 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the salaries of court reporters. The key changes include the authorization for the Director of Administration of the Corporation Commission to determine salaries for court reporters engaged by the Corporation Commission, rather than having them paid according to the salary schedule established for district courts. The bill specifies that court reporters working for the Corporation Commission will receive salaries based on their qualifications, experience, and additional duties, while those engaged by the district court and the Workers' Compensation Court of Existing Claims will continue to receive a set annual salary of $53,000.

Additionally, the bill updates the provisions regarding longevity payments and equipment allowances for court reporters. It clarifies that official court reporters who are certified or licensed will receive an annual longevity payment based on their years of service, with a maximum of $8,000 per year. The bill also maintains the annual equipment allowance of $3,000 for eligible court reporters. Overall, the amendments aim to provide a more tailored compensation structure for court reporters based on their specific roles and qualifications within the Oklahoma judicial system.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 20-106.9