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Oklahoma Senate Bill SB1647

Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma Senate Bill SB1647

Introduced
2/5/24  
Refer
2/6/24  

Caption

Attorney General; authorizing certain transfer. Effective date. Emergency.

Impact

The enactment of SB1647 would significantly impact the financial resources allocated towards combating human trafficking in Oklahoma. By officially designating funds for the Victims of Human Trafficking and Prevention Revolving Fund, the bill aims to enhance state efforts in supporting victims and promoting preventive measures. This financial backing could facilitate various initiatives, such as awareness campaigns, education, and direct support services to victims, reflecting an increased prioritization of this social issue in state legislations.

Summary

Senate Bill 1647 aims to authorize the transfer of funds within the Office of the Attorney General specifically to support the Victims of Human Trafficking and Prevention Revolving Fund. The bill permits a transfer of up to $5.3 million from appropriated funds for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This funding is intended to bolster resources aimed at preventing human trafficking and aiding its victims, highlighting a growing commitment to address this critical issue within the state.

Contention

While there were no explicit points of contention detailed in the available discussions of SB1647, the context of financial appropriations could raise discussions about budget priorities within the state's legislative framework. Appropriating sizable amounts to specific causes often sparks debates regarding the allocation of limited state resources, potentially leading to discussions on how such funding could influence or detract from other priorities in the state's budget. Therefore, as SB1647 progresses, it may encounter various viewpoints related to state budgetary decisions and resource distribution.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK SB499

Attorney General; granting certain authority to the Attorney General. Emergency.

OK SB50

Public finance; authorizing transfer of certain federal funds. Emergency.

OK HB2287

Open records; Public Access Counselor; Attorney General; review of denial; public bodies; effective date; emergency.

OK HB2824

Long-term care; transfer of employees, powers, duties, monies and contractual rights; informal dispute resolution process; effective dates; emergency.

OK HB2253

Motor vehicles; automobiles owned by the state; exception; authorizing certain use of state-owned vehicles for the Office of the Attorney General; emergency.

OK SB603

Aircraft registration and tax; transferring certain authorities and duties to Service Oklahoma. Effective date.

OK SB772

Charitable organizations; requiring written notice to Attorney General by charitable organization before certain actions; prohibiting transfer of assets without certain approval. Effective date.

OK HB1004

General appropriations; effective date.

OK SB753

Motor vehicles; authorizing use of e-signature for certain documents related to sale or transfer of vehicles. Effective date.

OK SB27

Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; requiring certain transfer. Effective date. Emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.