Initiative and referendum; special elections; governor; effective date.

HB 2020 modifies Oklahoma's process for voter-initiated measures and referendums. It grants the Governor discretionary authority to call a special election for these proposals instead of requiring them to wait for the next regular general election. The bill also specifies that the Secretary of State must transmit ballot titles to the State Election Board at least 70 days before the next general election. This change directly affects voters who submit initiatives or demand referendums, as it gives the Governor control over election timing. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.