Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma Senate Bill SB1356

Introduced
2/5/24  
Refer
2/6/24  
Refer
2/6/24  
Report Pass
2/28/24  
Engrossed
3/12/24  

Caption

Oklahoma Historical Society; making an appropriation, providing purpose. Effective date. Emergency.

Impact

If enacted, SB1356 will have several implications for state laws and funding priorities. It promotes historical education and awareness regarding civil rights, supporting the preservation of significant sites linked to the struggle for civil rights in the state. By establishing financial support for the Oklahoma Historical Society, the bill acknowledges the importance of remembering and teaching these vital aspects of Oklahoma's history. This could also foster tourism and local economic growth, contributing positively to communities involved with the trail.

Summary

Senate Bill 1356 aims to appropriate funds to the Oklahoma Historical Society specifically for the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program. The bill proposes an allocation of $1,500,000 from the state's General Revenue Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This funding is intended to support efforts related to the administration and promotion of the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail, which highlights sites of historical significance related to the civil rights movement in Oklahoma.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding the bill appears to be positive. The funds allocated represent a commitment to honoring Oklahoma's civil rights history, indicating a recognition of the necessity for state support in educational and cultural endeavors. The bipartisan support in the Senate, evidenced by a voting outcome of 42 yeas to 2 nays, suggests that legislators view this bill as beneficial for both historical preservation and social accountability.

Contention

Despite the overall support, there could be points of contention regarding budgetary constraints or prioritization of funding, as some lawmakers may question the allocation amidst other pressing fiscal needs. Concerns may also arise regarding the effectiveness of the programs funded by this bill and how they will be administered. However, these issues did not appear to dominate discussions as reflected in the positive vote in the Senate.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK SB509

Oklahoma Historical Society; directing the Oklahoma Historical Society to develop a grant program for the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail; creating certain revolving fund. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB31

Oklahoma Historical Society; providing purpose; directing certain transfer; requiring certain budget procedures.

OK SB22

Oklahoma Historical Society; creating the Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture Supplemental Revolving Fund; stating source of funds. Emergency.

OK HB1009

Legacy Capital Financing Fund; Historical society facilities; debt authorization; repealer; effective date; emergency.

OK HB1258

Oklahoma historical societies and associations; Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB1259

Oklahoma historical societies and associations; Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB2904

School security; making an appropriation; amount; funding source; purpose; effective date; emergency.

OK HB2942

Oklahoma Water Resources Board; making appropriations; agreement; amount; purpose; creating special accounts; rules and procedures; emergency.

OK SB1187

Appropriations; making an appropriation to the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission. Emergency.

OK SB1130

Appropriations; making an appropriation to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. Emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.