Oklahoma Senate Bill SB1180

Oklahoma 2022 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/7/22
• Refer: 2/8/22
• Refer: 2/28/22

Caption

State government; removing Office of Management and Enterprise Services responsibility for certain places under control of the Military Department. Effective date.

Impact

The bill's impact on state laws includes a specific exemption for properties managed or controlled by the Military Department, limiting OMES's purview to those areas. This amendment could lead to more streamlined and focused management of military facilities, as oversight will be retained within the military’s chain of command. It highlights a shift towards recognizing the unique needs of military properties and allowing the Military Department to operate with greater autonomy regarding its facilities.

Summary

Senate Bill 1180 amends Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes, specifically addressing the powers and responsibilities of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES). The primary focus of the bill is to eliminate OMES's authority over certain properties under the management of the Military Department of the State of Oklahoma. This change is intended to streamline operations and clarify the jurisdictional responsibilities of OMES. By removing certain oversight, the legislation aims to create a more efficient administrative framework for state properties managed by the military.

Contention

There may be notable points of contention surrounding SB1180, particularly from perspectives concerned with state oversight and the implications of reducing OMES's authority. Some stakeholders could argue that while this focused exemption aids in efficiency, it may also dilute the state’s central control over property management. There might be discussions about the effectiveness of this approach and whether it sets a precedent for similar exemptions in other state agencies, potentially impacting cohesion in state governance.