OK
Oklahoma House Bill HB3060

Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB3060

Introduced
2/5/24  

Caption

Soldiers and sailors; Oklahoma Veterans Commission; member requirements; appointing authorities; audit requirements; member voting; records; newly appointed members; terms for current members; appointment timing provisions; effective date; emergency.

Impact

The changes proposed in HB3060 emphasize a more structured and equitable appointment process for the Oklahoma Veterans Commission. By integrating requirements for better representation in terms of age, gender, and race among its members, the bill aims to ensure the Commission more accurately reflects the diverse veteran community of Oklahoma. Furthermore, new audit compliance requirements for the veterans' organizations will enhance the accountability and financial transparency of these groups.

Summary

House Bill 3060 seeks to amend the governing structure of the Oklahoma Veterans Commission by updating the qualifications for its members, appointment processes, and certain operational requirements. The bill stipulates that all members of the Commission must be Honorably Discharged Veterans, with specific representation required from veterans of various conflicts including the Vietnam War and the Persian Gulf Wars. The appointments will derive from lists submitted by relevant veterans' organizations and require timely submissions to maintain continuity in the Commission's governance.

Contention

While the bill presents a framework aimed at improving the governance of veterans' issues in Oklahoma, it could face scrutiny regarding the implications of increased regulation on veterans' organizations. Some stakeholders may argue that the requirements for financial audits and the necessity of submitting nominee lists for appointments could impose undue burdens on these organizations. Additionally, there may be discussions about the qualifications and eligibility criteria that could lead to disagreements on the balance of representation among veterans from different backgrounds.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK HB2385

Soldiers and sailors; Oklahoma Veterans Commission; modifying appointment process for Commission members; effective date.

OK HB1080

Soldiers and sailors; Oklahoma Veterans Commission; directing certain

OK HB1889

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

OK SB755

Practice of nursing; modifying membership of the Oklahoma Board of Nursing; modifying appointing authorities; removing certain qualification of Executive Director. 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 HB2263

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; modifying membership of the Authority; modifying term length; modifying actions regarding removal of appointive members; prohibiting members from participating in certain votes; effective date.

OK SB745

Incentive Evaluation Commission; modifying terms of appointment; modifying membership; modifying frequency of evaluations; requiring development of schedule. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB1776

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

OK SB944

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

OK HB1903

Schools; State Board of Education; modifying membership of the Board; requiring five-year terms for certain members; effective date.

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OK SB365

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OK HB3902

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OK SB86

Veterans; modifying membership criteria of the Oklahoma Veterans Commission. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB2804

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OK HB2804

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OK SJR21

Joint resolution; approving proposed permanent rules of certain state agencies.

OK HB1080

Soldiers and sailors; Oklahoma Veterans Commission; directing certain action within specific time frame and manner.