The bill establishes the "2030 Census Complete Count Committee" in Oklahoma, which will consist of sixteen members appointed by various legislative leaders and representatives from state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and ethnic or language minority groups. The Committee is tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive outreach plan to ensure a complete count of Oklahoma's population in the upcoming 2030 Census. It will also set annual goals, promote participation, and utilize local expertise to enhance awareness and response rates. The Committee will have the authority to create subcommittees and will be supported by staff from the State Data Center.
Additionally, the bill outlines the operational structure of the Committee, including the selection of a chair and vice-chair, quorum requirements, and reimbursement processes for travel expenses incurred by nonlegislative members. The first meeting of the Committee is mandated to occur by July 1, 2027, with official appointments required by March 1, 2027. A final report detailing the Committee's activities must be submitted to key state leaders by June 1, 2030. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.