OK
Oklahoma House Bill HB1889

Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB1889

Introduced
2/6/23  
Refer
2/7/23  

Caption

State government; Oklahoma Holocaust Commission; membership; duties; effective date.

Impact

The primary responsibilities of the Oklahoma Holocaust Commission include advising and assisting educational institutions with anti-Semitism education programs and planning annual Holocaust remembrance events. This initiative marks a significant step in officially recognizing the importance of Holocaust education within the state's curriculum and public discourse, which could help foster a more inclusive understanding of history among students and residents of Oklahoma.

Summary

House Bill 1889 establishes the Oklahoma Holocaust Commission as a new state body aimed at promoting education and awareness regarding the Holocaust and anti-Semitism. The Commission will be comprised of nine members appointed by the Governor, the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House, including the selection of a chair from among the members. This structure is intended to ensure that diverse voices are represented in discussions around these critical issues.

Contention

While the bill seems to have broad intentions of awareness and educational outreach, there may be undercurrents of contention regarding funding and the allocation of resources for such programs. Debate could arise regarding how the Commission's efforts will be funded, as members will not receive compensation but will be reimbursed for travel expenses. It's essential to monitor discussions that may involve schools' priorities and community engagement around Holocaust education, especially in areas with shifting demographics.

Effective_date

House Bill 1889 is set to become effective on November 1, 2023, aligning with legislative timelines for establishing new state initiatives.

Companion Bills

OK HB1889

Carry Over State government; Oklahoma Holocaust Commission; membership; duties; effective date.

Previously Filed As

OK HB1889

State government; Oklahoma Holocaust Commission; membership; duties; effective date.

OK HB1776

State government; Oklahoma Semiquincentennial Commission; membership; duties; report; emergency.

OK SB104

State government; creating the Oklahoma Commission on Race and Equality. Effective date.

OK SB704

Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; modifying membership of the Authority; modifying powers and duties of the Authority and the Oklahoma State University Medical Trust. Effective date.

OK SB944

Creating the Oklahoma Semiquincentennial Commission; providing for membership, purpose and sunset. Emergency.

OK HB1915

Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; transferring duties to the Commission; authorizing Commission to appoint Executive Director; effective date.

OK SB621

Oklahoma Workforce Transformation Act; creating the Oklahoma Workforce Commission; providing purpose; providing for powers, duties and responsibilities for the Commission.

OK SB927

Oklahoma Real Estate License Code; updating powers and duties of Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. Effective date.

OK SB1091

Oklahoma Uniform Securities Act; clarifying membership of Oklahoma Securities Commission; modifying qualifications for certain member of Commission. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB2160

Oklahoma State University Medical Authority; members; qualifications; powers and duties; Oklahoma State University Medical Trust; increasing certain asset limit; effective date.

Similar Bills

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