Presidential Electors; prescribing oath for Electors filling vacancies. Effective date.
Approved by Governor 05/01/2026
Summary
The bill changes Oklahoma law so that if a presidential elector is absent or refuses to vote for the party’s presidential and vice‑presidential candidates, the remaining electors must appoint a substitute. The substitute must sign an oath, witnessed by the governor or a designee, promising to cast the party‑aligned ballot, and the oath is filed with the Secretary of State. The measure becomes effective on November 1, 2026.
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