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SENATE FLOOR VERSION
April 7, 2021
ENGROSSED HOUSE
BILL NO. 1140 By: Fetgatter of the House
and
Taylor of the Senate
An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S.
2011, Section 5017.7, which relates to the
International Protocol Office; modifying references;
providing for duties to be performed by the Oklahoma
Department of Commerce; providing for duties to be
performed by associate; and providing an effective
date.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKL AHOMA:
SECTION 1. AMENDATORY 74 O.S. 2011, Section 5017.7, is
amended to read as follows:
Section 5017.7. A. The Office of the Oklahoma Secretary of
State may create and Department of Commerce shall serve as the
Oklahoma Chief International Protocol Office and provide a resource
for information concerning proper protocol with regard to
international diplomats and officials and shall cooperate with other
state agencies already engaged in international relations to
facilitate and coordinate government resources for optimal
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leveraging in achieving the common goal of advancing Oklahoma to the
forefront of the global community. The Secretary of State An
associate with the Oklahoma Department of Commerce may also serve as
the official representative of the Governor to ensure that the
growing numbers of international officials traveling to Oklahoma are
warmly received and enjoy productive visits to the state. When
dealing with international visitors of foreign governments, the
Secretary of State associate may greet chiefs of state, heads of
government and other appropriate functionaries, and may provide
support to coordinate, arrange and facilitate meetings and other
engagements between the Governor and international leaders.
B. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce shall, for the
encouragement of international trade opportunities for Oklahoma
businesses, encourage and assist the Office of the Oklahoma
Secretary of State in private efforts toward the development of
interpersonal relationsh ips between citizens of this state and
citizens of other nations.
SECTION 2. This act shall become effective November 1, 2021.
COMMITTEE REPORT BY: COMMITTEE ON RULES
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