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2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-47.8. Will Rogers Homesite - Transfer of operation.

The following described land operated as the Will Rogers Homesite, all the appurtenances thereto and all personal property essential to the continued orderly operation of this facility are hereby transferred to the Oklahoma Historical Society, on behalf of the Will Rogers Memorial. The Oklahoma Historical Society shall have the same powers and duties with respect to the facility as were previously carried out by the Will Rogers Memorial Commission and shall assume the performance of all existing obligations of the Will Rogers Memorial Commission relating to its operation and maintenance. Such premises shall include:
A tract of land all in the NW-1/4, Section 24, T 23 N, R 15 E, Rogers County, Oklahoma, described as follows: Beginning at the common corner of Sections 13, 14, 23 and 24, T 23 N, R 15 E, thence south along the west line of the NW-1/4 to the southwest corner of the N-1/2 NW-1/4 SW-1/4 SW-1/4 NW-1/4; thence northeasterly on a straight line to the northwest corner of the SW-1/4 SE-1/4 NW-1/4 NW-1/4; thence east along the north line of the SW-1/4 SE-1/4 NW-1/4 NW-1/4 to the southwest corner of the E-1/2 NW-1/4 SE-1/4 NW-1/4 NW-1/4; thence northeasterly on a straight line to the northeast corner of the W-1/2 W-1/2 E-1/2 NW-1/4; thence west along the north side of the NW-1/4 to the point of beginning.
A tract of land all in the S-1/2 of Section 13, T 23 N, R 15 E, Rogers County, Oklahoma, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the common corner of Sections 13, 14, 23 and 24 thence north along the west line of SW-1/4 to the northwest corner of SW-1/4; thence east along the north line of SW-1/4 to the northeast corner of the W-1/2 E-1/2 NW-1/4 NW-1/4 SE-1/4; thence south along east line of the W-1/2 E-1/2 NW-1/4 NW-1/4 SE-1/4 to the northeast corner of the SW-1/4 SE-1/4 NW-1/4 NW-1/4 SE-1/4; thence southwesterly on a straight line to the southeast corner of the W-1/2 NW-1/4 SW-1/4 NW-1/4 SE-1/4; thence west along the south line of the W-1/2 NW-1/4 SW-1/4 NW-1/4 SE-1/4 and the south line of the N-1/2 S-1/2 NE-1/4 SW-1/4 to the northeast corner of the SE-1/4 SE-1/4 NW-1/4 SW-1/4; thence south along the east line of the SE-1/4 SE-1/4 NW-1/4 SW-1/4 to the southeast corner thereof; thence southeasterly on a straight line to the southeast corner of the W-1/2 W-1/2 SE-1/4 SW-1/4; thence west along the south line of the SW-1/4 to the point of beginning.
Added by Laws 1980, c. 354, § 18, emerg. eff. June 25, 1980. Renumbered from Title 74, § 1837 by Laws 2005, c. 363, § 88, eff. Nov. 1, 2005; Laws 2016, c. 1, § 8, emerg. eff. March 7, 2016.
NOTE: Editorially renumbered from Title 74, § 1832 to avoid a duplication in numbering.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-47.9. Museum Collection - Transfers - Surplus Property

A. The Oklahoma Historical Society, on behalf of the Will Rogers Memorial, is authorized to transfer museum collection objects, which are duplicates or are outside of the scope of collections owned by it, to other state agencies or other museums with nonprofit status unless the object is leased to or loaned to the Oklahoma Historical Society, was purchased with appropriated funds by the Oklahoma Historical Society or the Will Rogers Memorial, or has been authenticated to have been owned or used by Will Rogers. Transfers shall not be to individuals or commercial entities.
B. The Oklahoma Historical Society shall be exempt from the Oklahoma Surplus Property Act for the purpose of disposing of museum collection surplus property as described in subsection A of this section and is authorized to destroy and dispose of museum collection surplus property including objects owned by the Oklahoma Historical Society that have deteriorated past the point of usefulness or have no resale value.
C. No past or present member of the Will Rogers Memorial Commission or the Oklahoma Historical Society, employee of the Oklahoma Historical Society, their families, or volunteer may obtain possession of museum collection surplus property in person or by proxy.
Added by Laws 2010, c. 305, § 1, emerg. eff. June 5, 2010. Amended by Laws 2016, c. 1, § 9, emerg. eff. March 7, 2016.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-162. Policy of state.

The understanding, knowledge, enjoyment and practice of the arts serve to advance the development of our citizens and contribute to the general welfare of the state. Therefore, it shall be the policy of the state to encourage and stimulate all forms of artistic endeavors. Any activity undertaken under this policy shall assist and encourage, but not limit in any manner, the freedom of expression which is essential for the well-being of the arts.
Laws 1965, c. 263, § 2; Laws 1980, c. 204, § 1, emerg. eff. May 9, 1980.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-163. Council - Membership - Tenure - Name change.

The State Arts Council of Oklahoma is hereby re-created and renamed the Oklahoma Arts Council. The Council shall consist of fifteen (15) members appointed by the Governor with the approval of the State Senate. Members shall be individuals who have a real and active interest in the arts and an understanding of the value of these pursuits to our society.
The term of office of each member shall be three (3) years beginning July 1 of the year of appointment, or until a successor has been appointed and qualified for the office. The Governor shall appoint five members on or before July 1 of each year. A vacancy shall be filled for the remainder of the term only. No person may be appointed to the Council for more than two consecutive terms.
The name prescribed by this section shall not affect in any manner whatsoever any legal relationships, bonds, contracts, supervisory authority of the Council, title to property, obligations, or any other phase or aspect of the legal status of the Council for any purpose, except that the Council shall be referred to as the "Oklahoma Arts Council" in all current and future references to the Council.
Supplies, including but not limited to letterheads, which on the effective date of this section carry or are labeled with the name "State Arts Council of Oklahoma" shall be utilized after the effective date of this section until such supplies are depleted. Any new supplies ordered for use after the effective date of this section shall bear the name "Oklahoma Arts Council". For purposes of this section, "supplies" shall not mean signs designating the name of the Council.
Added by Laws 1965, c. 263, § 3. Amended by Laws 1979, c. 115, § 1; Laws 1980, c. 204, § 2, emerg. eff. May 9, 1980; Laws 1983, c. 333, § 19, emerg. eff. June 29, 1983; Laws 1996, c. 348, § 6, eff. July 1, 1996.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-165. Officers.

The officers of the Council shall be the chairman, vice-chairman and secretary. The Council shall annually elect a chairman and vice-chairman at the first meeting held after July 1.
Laws 1965, c. 263, § 5; Laws 1980, c. 204, § 3, emerg. eff. May 9, 1980.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-166. Powers and duties.

The Oklahoma Arts Council shall be responsible for the acquisition, exhibition, management and care of the State Art Collection and is empowered and directed to exercise these powers and duties:
(a) Consider the whole state of the arts, cultural activities and cultural heritage of Oklahoma. The purview of the Council shall not be limited but shall include music, theater, dance, opera, graphic arts, plastic arts, architecture, poetry, plays or any other art, regardless of period, school or type. Full attention shall also be given to art, art museums, live performances or concerts, art exhibits and other like endeavors.
(b) Survey the artistic and cultural activities and facilities of the state, and the institutions, organizations or individuals engaged in these undertakings.
(c) Study information collected and prepare proposals for the study, practice and presentation of the arts.
(d) Foster conferences, institutes and exhibits on the arts and hold or cooperate in such ventures.
(e) Report biennially to the Governor and Legislature on or before January 31 of each odd-numbered year. Reports shall include recommendations and suggestions for the expansion and improvement of the arts and for wider opportunity of participation in these activities by our citizens.
(f) Publish any reports, surveys, news bulletins or other materials pertaining to its findings, recommendations and work.
(g) Perform or engage in all else necessary or desirable to give full force and effect to the provisions of this act.
Added by Laws 1965, c. 263, § 6. Amended by Laws 1980, c. 204, § 4, emerg. eff. May 9, 1980; Laws 2007, c. 187, § 2, eff. Nov. 1, 2007.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-167. Gifts, grants or bequests - Disposition.

The Oklahoma Arts Council may apply for, accept and use any gift, grant or bequest from any source for the purpose of discharging its duties. All monetary gifts, grants or bequests shall be deposited in the State Treasury to the credit of the Council and shall be disbursed as provided by the Oklahoma Budget Law of 1947, as amended, upon proper claims approved by the secretary or other person designated by the Council.
Added by Laws 1965, c. 263, § 7. Amended by Laws 1979, c. 30, § 90, emerg. eff. April 6, 1979; Laws 2007, c. 187, § 3, eff. Nov. 1, 2007; Laws 2010, c. 413, § 13, eff. July 1, 2010.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-168. Expenditure - Personnel.

The Council may make expenditures for its operation within the limits of funds made available to the Council by appropriation or otherwise and may also employ and fix the compensation of the personnel that the Council deems essential to the discharge of its duties as provided by the Oklahoma Personnel Act.
Amended by Laws 1983, c. 237, § 7, operative July 1, 1983.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-169.1. Irrevocable endowment for nonconforming collection items.

The Oklahoma Arts Council may, at its discretion, contract with other state agencies and/or nonprofit organizations to create an irrevocable endowment with associated management and administration costs to trade, sell or barter donated and deaccessioned collection items that do not conform to collection policies of the Oklahoma Arts Council. In accordance with the code of ethics established by professional museum management associations, proceeds from the endowment shall be used only for the acquisition, conservation or care of collections that are owned and controlled by the Oklahoma Arts Council.
Added by Laws 2022, c. 147, § 1, emerg. eff. May 2, 2022.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-171. Dispensation of funds - Contracts for goods and services.

The Oklahoma Arts Council shall dispense funds for arts purposes only. The Oklahoma Arts Council shall enter into contracts with other state agencies or nonprofit corporations holding a valid exemption from taxation issued pursuant to Section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, 1954, and listed as an exempt organization in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, 1954, of the United States, as amended. These nonprofit corporations must demonstrate that the goods and services provided meet the intent of the state policy provided in this act.
Funds shall not be applied, donated or used directly or indirectly for the use, benefit or support of any sect, church, denomination or system of religion, or for the use, benefit, or support of any priest, preacher, minister, or other religious teacher or dignitary, or sectarian institution as such.
The Oklahoma Arts Council shall provide opportunity, by public notices, to all organizations interested in providing these goods and services, who will submit written applications to be received and acted upon by the Council. At the conclusion of the contract, each state agency or nonprofit corporation shall provide the Oklahoma Arts Council with proof of fulfillment of the contract in proper order and must be affirmed on the proper form, provided by the Oklahoma Arts Council, by the managing officers of the state agency or nonprofit group making the contract.
Added by Laws 1980, c. 204, § 5, emerg. eff. May 9, 1980. Amended by Laws 1996, c. 348, § 7, eff. July 1, 1996.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-172. Scholarships for Summer Arts Institute.

Any scholarships awarded pursuant to the Summer Arts Institute scholarship program funded by the Oklahoma Arts Council shall be given to residents of this state.
Added by Laws 1984, c. 1, § 5, emerg. eff. Jan. 30, 1984. Amended by Laws 1996, c. 348, § 8, eff. July 1, 1996.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-174. Visual arts programs in schools - Incentive grants.

A. The Oklahoma Arts Council is authorized to assist and, if funds are available, to make incentive grants to school districts or organizations for the establishment of visual arts programs in schools. The award of grants shall be limited to:
1. School districts that do not have an existing visual arts program or full-time certified visual arts teachers in school sites; and
2. Organizations that provide visual arts programming to school districts that do not have an existing visual arts program or full-time certified visual arts teachers in school sites.
B. The incentive grant funding may be used for the support of visual arts programs in underserved schools or paying the salary costs of a certified art teacher.
C. The Council shall determine criteria for the program and establish a process for the consideration of proposals. The Council is authorized to promulgate rules for the operation of the program.
D. Any money appropriated by the Legislature for the incentive grant program shall be matched with other funding secured by the Council. The matching funding may be raised by the Council, school districts, for-profit or nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, private or public foundations, corporations, or individuals. Any matching funding raised by the Council for the program shall be deposited in the Oklahoma Arts Council Arts Education Revolving Fund created in Section 175 of this title. If matching funding is raised and designated for a grant to a specific school or organization, the Council may match the funding with monies from the Oklahoma Arts Council Arts Education Revolving Fund.
Added by Laws 2007, c. 187, § 4, eff. Nov. 1, 2007. Amended by Laws 2008, c. 298, § 1, eff. July 1, 2008; Laws 2015, c. 351, § 1, eff. July 1, 2015.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-175. Oklahoma Arts Council Arts Education Revolving Fund.

There is hereby created in the State Treasury a revolving fund for the Oklahoma Arts Council to be designated the "Oklahoma Arts Council Arts Education Revolving Fund". The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and shall consist of all monies received by the Council from appropriations, private and public donations, contributions, gifts, grants, and any other monies received by the Council for the purpose of providing incentive grants as provided for in Section 174 of this title. All monies accruing to the credit of said fund are hereby appropriated and may be budgeted and expended by the Council for the purpose of providing incentive grants as provided for in Section 174 of this title. Expenditures from said fund shall be made upon warrants issued by the State Treasurer against claims filed as prescribed by law with the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services for approval and payment.
Added by Laws 2007, c. 187, § 5, eff. Nov. 1, 2007. Amended by Laws 2012, c. 304, § 227.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201A. Membership - Compensation.

A. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall be composed of five (5) members to be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate for terms of four (4) years.
B. The current members of the Commission shall serve the remainder of the term for which they were appointed.
C. The members of the Commission shall serve without compensation but are authorized reimbursement for necessary travel expenses as provided for state officials and employees under the State Travel Reimbursement Act on claims approved by the chair of the Commission.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 198, § 8, emerg. eff. May 7, 2001.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201B. Commission authority.

The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission is authorized to:
1. Acquire and hold real estate or interest therein or personal property in the name of the Commission;
2. Act in cooperation and enter into contracts and agreements with the owner or owners of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection;
3. Furnish suitable quarters to house, display and preserve the J.M. Davis Gun Collection and other historical artifacts;
4. In the administration of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection, maintain or lease to the owner or owners of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection, or to a third party, an outlet for the sale to the public of such items as shall, in the judgment of the Commission or the lessee, be appropriate for sale at prices set by the Commission, including, but not limited to, literature, in book or pamphlet form, brochures, periodicals, books, artifacts and statuary;
5. Accept gifts, grants and donations from governmental sources or any individual, person, firm, corporation or foundation for the use and purpose of building, constructing, operating, maintaining, preserving or displaying the J.M. Davis Gun Collection and other historical artifacts. The location of the display and other historical artifacts shall be within the city limits of Claremore, Oklahoma, in Rogers County. The site for the display of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection shall not be moved from its current location at 333 North Lynn Riggs Boulevard, Claremore, Oklahoma, unless a declaratory judgment has first been issued by the District Court of Rogers County stating that any such relocation is in compliance with the lease dated April 25, 1967, between the J.M. Davis Foundation, Inc. and the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission; provided, the Commission may appeal any final declaratory judgment issued by the district court authorizing or directing the relocation of the current location of the site to the Supreme Court within thirty (30) days of the filing of the declaratory judgment; and
6. Maintain donation receptacles for the purpose of the collection of voluntary donations to the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission and to the owner or owners of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection. Funds donated to the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall be deposited into the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 198, § 9, emerg. eff. May 7, 2001. Amended by Laws 2002, c. 151, § 1, emerg. eff. April 29, 2002; Laws 2017, c. 96, § 1, emerg. eff. April 25, 2017.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201C. Salaries and duties of employees - Executive director – Protection of artifacts - Agreements or contracts.

A. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall have power and authority to:
1. Appoint and to fix the salaries and duties of the professional and administrative employees and curators as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this act;
2. Appoint an executive director who shall serve at the pleasure of the Commission. A member of the Commission may be appointed as the executive director; provided, if a member of the Commission is so appointed, the member shall resign as a member of the Commission and the vacancy shall be filled in the same manner as are original appointments;
3. Provide for the proper housing, protection and display of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection and other historical artifacts; and
4. Enter into contracts for services to be performed in furtherance of the authorized activities and duties of the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission with other state agencies or nonprofit corporations holding a valid exemption from taxation issued pursuant to Section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and listed as an exempt organization in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or with individuals or associations pursuant to statutory requirements.
B. Funds of the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall not be applied, donated, or used directly or indirectly for the use, benefit, or support of any sect, church, denomination, or system of religion, or for the use, benefit, or support of any priest, preacher, minister, or other religious teacher or dignitary, or sectarian institution as such. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall provide opportunity to organizations to submit written applications to be received and acted upon by the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission. At the conclusion of the contract, each state agency, nonprofit corporation, individual, or association shall provide the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission with proof of fulfillment of the contract in proper order and must be affirmed on the proper form, provided by the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission, by the managing officers of the state agency, nonprofit group, association, or individual making the contract.
C. Any agreements or contracts providing for the employment of persons or to purchase property or equipment or the construction of any facilities shall not be authorized unless necessary funds have been appropriated by the Legislature or have been otherwise obtained from gifts, grants or contributions actually received by the Commission.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 198, § 10, emerg. eff. May 7, 2001. Amended by Laws 2001, c. 420, § 5, emerg. eff. June 5, 2001; Laws 2022, c. 213, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2022.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201D. J.M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund.

A. There is hereby created in the State Treasury a revolving fund to be designated as the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund, which shall consist of all money received by the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission from rents of lands and buildings, admission fees, the sale of souvenirs and curios, the sale of concessions or leasing of concessions at the J.M. Davis Memorial site, annual deposits of earnings from the J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum Endowment Fund and receipt of gifts and devises for the benefit of the fund or for the benefit of the J.M. Davis Gun Collection, from whatever source derived.
B. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund may be used for the operation of a souvenir and curio shop and for other authorized costs of operation of the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission. The Fund shall be under the control and management of the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission, and disbursements therefrom shall be made on claims approved by the Commission. The State Budget Director shall draw warrants payable by the State Treasurer in payment of all claims against the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund herein created, after the claims have been audited and approved for payment as provided by law.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 198, § 11, emerg. eff. May 7, 2001. Amended by Laws 2014, c. 144, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2014.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201E. Petty cash fund.

There is hereby created a petty cash fund for the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission, which may be expended for small authorized expenses of the Commission. The amount of the petty cash fund shall be Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), and the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission is authorized to prescribe forms, systems and procedures for its administration. The petty cash fund may be reimbursed from time to time by the filing of proper claims, accompanied by valid receipts for expenditures made.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 198, § 12, emerg. eff. May 7, 2001.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201F. Burial grounds for J.M. and Genevieve Davis.

The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission is authorized and directed to allot space, on land owned by the Commission, as burial grounds for J.M. and Genevieve Davis.
Added by Laws 2001, c. 198, § 13, emerg. eff. May 7, 2001.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201G. J.M. Davis Memorial Commission - Transfers - Destruction, disposal and possession of surplus property.

A. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission is authorized to sell or transfer museum collection objects, which are duplicates or are outside of the scope of collections owned by it, to other state agencies or other museums with nonprofit status or to commercial entities or individuals unless the object is leased to or loaned to the Commission or was purchased with appropriated funds by the Commission. Any transfer or sale shall be in full compliance with the laws and regulations regarding the sale of such objects, including laws and regulations regarding the sale of firearms. The proceeds of any sale or transfer shall be deposited in the J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum Endowment Fund, or the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund as determined by a vote of the Commission.
B. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall be exempt from the Oklahoma Surplus Property Act for the purpose of disposing of museum collection surplus property as described in subsection A of this section and is authorized to destroy and dispose of museum collection surplus property including objects owned by the Commission that have deteriorated past the point of usefulness or have no resale value.
C. No member of the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission, employee, or their families may obtain possession of museum collection surplus property from the Commission in person or by proxy unless obtained at a public sale under the provisions of this section.
D. The J.M. Davis Memorial Commission shall not transfer, or dispose of any property that is leased to, loaned to, or held in temporary custody by the Commission.
Added by Laws 2010, c. 305, § 2, emerg. eff. June 5, 2010. Amended by Laws 2022, c. 213, § 2, eff. Nov. 1, 2022.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-201H. J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum Endowment Fund.

There is hereby created in the State Treasury a fund for the J.M. Davis Memorial Commission to be designated the "J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum Endowment Fund". The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and shall consist of all monies received through donations, appropriations or interest earned by investment of monies in the fund. The fund shall be invested by the State Treasurer in accordance with Section 89.2 of Title 62 of the Oklahoma Statutes. Only earnings from the fund, including any interest, dividends or realized capital gains from investment of monies in the fund shall be deposited annually to the credit of the J. M. Davis Memorial Commission Revolving Fund, pursuant to Section 201D of Title 53 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
Added by Laws 2014, c. 144, § 2, eff. Nov. 1, 2014.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-231. Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Board.

A. There is hereby re-created until July 1, 2013, in accordance with the provisions of the Oklahoma Sunset Law, a board to be designated as the “Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Board”. The Board shall be composed of seven (7) members who shall be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Of the initial members appointed, two shall serve for two (2) years, two shall serve for four (4) years, and three shall serve for six (6) years as the Governor may direct. After the initial appointment, all members shall serve six - year terms. Selection of members shall be made from those individuals who have shown a sincere desire to recognize Oklahoma’s contribution to music.
B. The Board shall elect a chair and vice-chair from among the membership to serve for one (1) year. Members of the Board shall not be compensated for their services, but each member shall be entitled to reimbursement in accordance with the State Travel Reimbursement Act for expenses incurred in attending Board meetings. The Board shall meet quarterly and at such other times as its rules may prescribe. A majority of the members appointed shall constitute a quorum for transaction of business. The Board may appoint and fix the salaries and duties of an executive secretary or director and such staff as may be necessary for the performance of its duties, purposes and functions.
C. It shall be the function and main purpose of the Board to honor those, living or dead, who, by achievement or service, have made outstanding and lasting contributions to music in Oklahoma or elsewhere. The Board may adopt such rules as may be needed to carry out its duties, purposes and functions. Also, it may conduct surveys and polls and may appoint such committees and representatives as it may determine necessary or desirable.
D. The Board shall be responsible for selecting a suitable site and/or facility in Muskogee, Oklahoma, which shall be dedicated to the research, archiving and display of Oklahoma’s musical heritage and the individuals contributing to such heritage.
E. The Board may:
1. Solicit and accept donations, contributions and gifts of money and property;
2. Expend funds donated or contributed for its support;
3. Acquire and hold real estate or interest therein or personal property in its own name; and
4. Charge admission fees.
Added by Laws 1999, c. 183, § 1, eff. July 1, 1999. Amended by Laws 2006, c. 208, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2006; Laws 2012, c. 71, § 1.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-232. Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Revolving Fund.

There is hereby created in the State Treasury a revolving fund for the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Board to be designated the "Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Revolving Fund". The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and shall consist of all monies received by the Board from admission fees, private and public donations, contributions, and gifts. All monies accruing to the credit of said fund are hereby appropriated and may be budgeted and expended by the Board for the purpose of creating, operating, staffing and maintaining an Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame, and any legitimate expenses of the Board. Expenditures from said fund shall be made upon warrants issued by the State Treasurer against claims filed as prescribed by law with the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services for approval and payment.
Added by Laws 1999, c. 183, § 2, eff. July 1, 1999. Amended by Laws 2012, c. 304, § 228.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-353. Oklahoma Historic Preservation Review Committee.

A. There is hereby created the Oklahoma Historic Preservation Review Committee, in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, (P.L. 89-665) as amended, and regulations promulgated thereunder. The Review Committee shall consist of at least five (5) members, and shall include at least one recognized professional in each of the following disciplines: History, archeology, architecture and architectural history. Nonprofessional citizens may be appointed to the Review Committee, but a majority of the members shall be professionals. The professional members of the Review Committee shall meet the minimum qualifications required by federal law.
B. The Governor shall appoint the members of the Review Committee, who shall serve at the Governor's pleasure.
C. Members of the Review Committee shall serve without compensation.
Added by Laws 1983, c. 132, § 3, eff. Nov. 1, 1983.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-355. State Register of Historic Places.

A. There is hereby created a "State Register of Historic Places".
B. The State Historic Preservation Officer, in consultation with the Oklahoma Historic Preservation Review Committee, shall establish a listing of sites, districts, structures, buildings, areas or objects above or below the surface of the earth whether on land or in the waters of the state, together with any designated improvements thereon, significant in the history, architecture, archeology, or culture of the state, its communities or the nation. Such listing shall constitute the Oklahoma State Register of Historic Places. All historic places within the state listed on or nominated to the National Register before or after this act becomes law shall be deemed to be listed in the State Register.
C. The State Historic Preservation Officer, with the advice of the Review Committee, shall establish the procedures and the criteria for listing in the State Register.
D. Listing a privately owned property in the State Register shall in no way violate or abridge the lawful owner's right to use, modify, or dispose of said property.
Added by Laws 1983, c. 132, § 4, eff. Nov. 1, 1983.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-412. Heritage Preservation Grant Program.

A. There is hereby created within the Oklahoma Historical Society the Heritage Preservation Grant Program to provide financial assistance to cities, counties, nonprofit organizations, and tribal governments to operate and improve the effectiveness of museums and historical organizations.
B. The purpose of the Heritage Preservation Grant Program is to encourage the collecting, preserving, and sharing of Oklahoma history at the grassroots level in all parts of the state.
Added by Laws 2015, c. 149, § 2.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-413. Adoption of rules--Application evaluation.

A. The Oklahoma Historical Society shall adopt rules establishing the Heritage Preservation Grant Program including, but not limited to, eligibility criteria, the application process, and grant award amounts.
B. The Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors shall create weighted criteria to evaluate each application based on the potential for project sustainability, the impact on the scope of collections, public participation, and programming possibilities.
C. Oklahoma Historical Society staff shall evaluate each application based on the weighted criteria and adherence to program requirements that include, but are not limited to, geographical balance, local financial match, and the existence of a strategic plan for the applicant organization, tribal division or governmental department. The evaluations shall be provided to the Heritage Preservation Grant Selection Committee of the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors.
Added by Laws 2015, c. 149, § 3.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-415. Permissible grant uses.

Grants awarded under the Heritage Preservation Program shall not be used for capital improvements or repairs. Grants may be used only for operating expenses for eligible entities engaged in collecting, preserving, and sharing Oklahoma heritage. Preference will be given to projects affecting collections, educational programs, and exhibits. Grants may be used to support the development of strategic plans.
Added by Laws 2015, c. 149, § 5.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-416. Grant Review Committee.

A. The President of the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors shall appoint an Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Review Committee for the purpose of reviewing all grant applications. The committee shall consist of five (5) to seven (7) members.
B. The committee shall meet on a schedule to be established by the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors.
C. The Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Review Committee shall be provided the Oklahoma Historical Society staff evaluations of each application along with staff recommendations.
D. The final recommendations of the Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Review Committee shall be presented to the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors for action.
E. The Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors shall have the duty of awarding Heritage Preservation Grants to entities under the provisions of this act.
F. Each member of the Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Review Committee shall serve without compensation except that each member of the Committee shall receive reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with the State Travel Reimbursement Act, Section 500.1 et seq. of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
G. The meetings of the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors shall be subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, Section 301 et seq. of Title 25 of the Oklahoma Statutes, and the Oklahoma Open Records Act, Section 24A.1 et seq. of Title 51 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
H. Staff support for the execution of this act shall be provided by the Oklahoma Historical Society.
Added by Laws 2015, c. 149, § 6.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-417. Heritage Preservation Revolving Fund.

A. There is hereby created in the State Treasury a revolving fund for the Oklahoma Historical Society to be designated the Heritage Preservation Revolving Fund. The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and shall consist of all monies deposited into the fund by law, gift, donation, grant, or Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors allocation.
B. All monies accruing to the credit of the fund are hereby appropriated and may be budgeted and expended by the Oklahoma Historical Society for the purpose of providing grants for the collecting, preserving, and sharing of Oklahoma heritage pursuant to the Heritage Preservation Act and to support and maintain the efforts of this act. Monies accruing to the credit of the fund may also be used for direct costs of administering the provisions of the Heritage Preservation Act.
C. Expenditures from the fund shall be made upon warrants issued by the State Treasurer against claims filed as prescribed by law with the Director of State Finance for approval and payment.
Added by Laws 2015, c. 149, § 7. Amended by Laws 2018, c. 243, § 2, eff. Nov. 1, 2018.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-502. Creation of Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program.

A. There is hereby created within the Oklahoma Historical Society the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Grant Program to provide financial assistance for the preservation of the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail.
B. The Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Historical Society shall develop procedures and promulgate rules to disburse grant funds.
Added by Laws 2023, c. 358, § 2, eff. July 1, 2023.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations › §53-503. Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Revolving Fund.

There is hereby created in the State Treasury a revolving fund for the Oklahoma Historical Society to be designated the “Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail Revolving Fund”. The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and shall consist of all monies deposited to the fund by law, as well as gifts, donations, and private, state, and federal funds. All monies accruing to the credit of such fund are hereby appropriated and may be budgeted and expended by the Oklahoma Historical Society for the purpose of providing financial assistance for the preservation of the Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail. Expenditures from such fund shall be made upon warrants issued by the State Treasurer against claims filed as prescribed by law with the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services for approval and payment.
Added by Laws 2023, c. 358, § 3, eff. July 1, 2023.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 54. Partnership › §54-1-102. Knowledge and Notice.

Knowledge and Notice. (a) A person knows a fact if the person has actual knowledge of it.
(b) A person has notice of a fact if the person:
(1) knows of it;
(2) has received a notification of it; or
(3) has reason to know it exists from all of the facts known to the person at the time in question.
(c) A person notifies or gives a notification to another by taking steps reasonably required to inform the other person in ordinary course, whether or not the other person learns of it.
(d) A person receives a notification when the notification:
(1) comes to the person's attention; or
(2) is duly delivered at the person's place of business or at any other place held out by the person as a place for receiving communications.
(e) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (f) of this section, a person other than an individual knows, has notice, or receives a notification of a fact for purposes of a particular transaction when the individual conducting the transaction knows, has notice, or receives a notification of the fact, or in any event when the fact would have been brought to the individual's attention if the person had exercised reasonable diligence. The person exercises reasonable diligence if it maintains reasonable routines for communicating significant information to the individual conducting the transaction and there is reasonable compliance with the routines. Reasonable diligence does not require an individual acting for the person to communicate information unless the communication is part of the individual's regular duties or the individual has reason to know of the transaction and that the transaction would be materially affected by the information.
(f) A partner's knowledge, notice, or receipt of a notification of a fact relating to the partnership is effective immediately as knowledge of, notice to, or receipt of a notification by the partnership, except in the case of a fraud on the partnership committed by or with the consent of that partner.
Added by Laws 1997, c. 399, § 3, eff. Nov. 1, 1997.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 54. Partnership › §54-1-103. Effect of Partnership Agreement; Nonwaivable Provisions.

Effect of Partnership Agreement; Nonwaivable Provisions. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, relations among the partners and between the partners and the partnership are governed by the partnership agreement. To the extent the partnership agreement does not otherwise provide, this act governs relations among the partners and between the partners and the partnership.
(b) The partnership agreement may not:
(1) vary the rights and duties under Section 6 of this act except to eliminate the duty to provide copies of statements to all of the partners;
(2) unreasonably restrict the right of access to books and records under subsection (b) of Section 24 of this act;
(3) eliminate the duty of loyalty under subsection (b) of Section 25 of this act or paragraph (3) of subsection (b) of Section 34 of this act, but:
(i)
the partnership agreement may identify specific types or categories of activities that do not violate the duty of loyalty, if not manifestly unreasonable; or
(ii)
all of the partners or a number or percentage specified in the partnership agreement may authorize or ratify, after full disclosure of all material facts, a specific act or transaction that otherwise would violate the duty of loyalty;
(4) unreasonably reduce the duty of care under subsection (c) of Section 25 of this act or paragraph (3) of subsection (b) of Section 34 of this act;
(5) eliminate the obligation of good faith and fair dealing under subsection (d) of Section 25 of this act, but the partnership agreement may prescribe the standards by which the performance of the obligation is to be measured, if the standards are not manifestly unreasonable;
(6) vary the power to dissociate as a partner under subsection (a) of Section 33 of this act, except to require the notice under paragraph (1) of Section 32 of this act to be in writing;
(7) vary the right of a court to expel a partner in the events specified in paragraph (5) of Section 32 of this act;
(8) vary the requirement to wind up the partnership business in cases specified in paragraphs (4), (5), or (6) of Section 40 of this act; or
(9) vary the law applicable to a limited liability partnership under subsection (b) of Section 7 of this act; or
(10) restrict rights of third parties under this act.
Added by Laws 1997, c. 399, § 4, eff. Nov. 1, 1997.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 54. Partnership › §54-1-104. Supplemental Principles of Law.

Supplemental Principles of Law. (a) Unless displaced by particular provisions of this act, the principles of law and equity supplement this act.
(b) If an obligation to pay interest arises under this act and the rate is not specified, the rate is that specified in Section 727 of Title 12 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
Added by Laws 1997, c. 399, § 5, eff. Nov. 1, 1997.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 54. Partnership › §54-1-106. Governing Law.

Governing Law. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, the law of the jurisdiction in which a partnership has its chief executive office governs relations among the partners and between the partners and the partnership.
(b) The law of this state governs relations among the partners and between the partners and the partnership and the liability of partners for an obligation of a limited liability partnership.
Added by Laws 1997, c. 399, § 7, eff. Nov. 1, 1997.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 54. Partnership › §54-1-201. Partnership as entity.

Partnership as entity. (a) A partnership is an entity distinct from its partners.
(b) A limited liability partnership continues to be the same entity that existed before the filing of a statement of qualification under Section 55 of this act.
Added by Laws 1997, c. 399, § 9, eff. Nov. 1, 1997.
2023 Oklahoma Statutes › Title 54. Partnership › §54-1-202. Formation of Partnership.

Formation of Partnership. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this section, the association of two or more persons to carry on as co-owners a business for profit forms a partnership, whether or not the persons intend to form a partnership.
(b) An association formed under a statute other than this act, a predecessor statute, or a comparable statute of another jurisdiction is not a partnership under this act.
(c) In determining whether a partnership is formed, the following rules apply:
(1) Joint tenancy, tenancy in common, tenancy by the entireties, joint property, common property, or part ownership does not by itself establish a partnership, even if the co-owners share profits made by the use of the property.
(2) The sharing of gross returns does not by itself establish a partnership, even if the persons sharing them have a joint or common right or interest in property from which the returns are derived.
(3) A person who receives a share of the profits of a business is presumed to be a partner in the business, unless the profits were received in payment:
(i)
of a debt by installments or otherwise;
(ii)
for services as an independent contractor or of wages or other compensation to an employee;
(iii)
of rent;
(iv)
of an annuity or other retirement or health benefit to a beneficiary, representative, or designee of a deceased or retired partner;
(v)
of interest or other charge on a loan, even if the amount of payment varies with the profits of the business, including a direct or indirect present or future ownership of the collateral, or rights to income, proceeds, or increase in value derived from the collateral; or
(vi)
for the sale of the goodwill of a business or other property by installments or otherwise.
Added by Laws 1997, c. 399, § 10, eff. Nov. 1, 1997.