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SJR 53

Joint resolution; approving certain proposed permanent rules of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Micheal Bergstrom and 1 co-sponsor

SJR 53 formally approves a broad set of OMMA permanent rules as major rules, enabling their continued effect and directing their publication and notification.

Approved by Governor 05/20/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 53

Summary of Oklahoma SJR 53 (2026)

Overview

  • Type: Senate Joint Resolution
  • Session: 2026, 2nd Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature
  • Purpose: Approve a set of proposed permanent rules issued by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) as “major rules” under Oklahoma law, and direct distribution of this resolution.
  • Legal basis cited: Section 308 of Title 75 (major rules) and Section 250.3 of Title 75 (definition of major rule).

Main Purpose and Intent

  • To formally approve a specified list of proposed OMMA permanent rules that are classified as major rules.
  • By approving these rules through a joint resolution, the Legislature provides official authorization and supports the rules’ status and potential implementation.

Key Provisions (What the Bill Approves)

  • Section 1: Approval of the following proposed permanent OMMA rules:
    • OAC (Oklahoma Administrative Code) references:
    • 442:10-1-9
    • 442:10-1-9.1
    • 442:10-2-1
    • 442:10-2-2
    • 442:10-2-4
    • 442:10-2-6
    • 442:10-3-1
    • 442:10-3-6
    • 442:10-4-1
    • 442:10-4-4
    • 442:10-4-5
    • 442:10-5-1
    • 442:10-5-1.1
    • 442:10-5-2
    • 442:10-5-3
    • 442:10-5-4
    • 442:10-5-6
    • 442:10-5-8
    • 442:10-5-14
    • 442:10-5-16
    • 442:10-7-1
    • 442:10-7-2
    • 442:10-8-1
    • 442:10-8-3
    • 442:10-9-1
    • 442:10-9-5
    • 442:10-9-7
  • Section 2: The Secretary of State is directed to distribute copies of the resolution to the Governor and to the editor of The Oklahoma Register.

Who/What is Affected

  • Administrative rules governing the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA), specifically the listed permanent rules in the Oklahoma Administrative Code (OAC) under Title 442.
  • State agencies and entities implementing or complying with OMMA regulations will be directly impacted insofar as these rules set standards, procedures, and requirements for medical marijuana regulation, licensing, enforcement, compliance, and related activities.

Procedural/Timelines

  • This is a joint resolution approving major rules; it does not amend the rules themselves but authorizes their status as major rules.
  • After approval, the Secretary of State must distribute copies of the resolution to the Governor and The Oklahoma Register for publication/notification.
  • The bill refers to the rules as “proposed permanent rules,” indicating a formal rulemaking process culminating in permanent status, with the major-rule designation.

Notable Details

  • The list groups a wide range of OMMA rules, indicating comprehensive review or updating across multiple regulatory areas within medical marijuana governance.
  • No fiscal appropriations or funding changes are specified within the bill itself; the focus is on regulatory approval and dissemination.

Bottom Line

SJR 53 is a formal legislative step to approve a broad set of OMMA permanent rules designated as major rules, enabling their continued effect and implementation. It directs publication/notification of the approval to key state officials and the public record.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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