Oklahoma Governor Sends Constitutional Convention Question to Statewide Vote

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has directed that the question of whether the state legislature shall call a constitutional convention be sent to a statewide vote of the people. Both reports indicate this action was taken to comply with the Oklahoma Constitution, specifically Article XXIV, Section 2, which requires the question be periodically submitted to voters. The question was last presented to Oklahoma voters in 1970, meaning more than five decades have passed since it was last put to a statewide vote. Stitt's action formally initiates the process required under the constitutional provision, though the reports do not specify an election date or ballot mechanics for the vote. Governor Stitt stated that the action ensures Oklahomans finally receive the opportunity their constitution guarantees them. The reports do not detail further legislative or procedural steps that will follow, and specifics such as the timing of the vote and any campaign activity for or against calling a convention remain unaddressed in the available reporting.