The deadline for requesting the drafting of House bills and joint resolutions, Dec. 8, is quickly approaching.
One of the bills I plan to file for the upcoming legislative session deals with real estate appraisers. Under current statue, anyone for any reason can file a complaint with the Real Estate Appraiser Board. It’s been requested that we look at ways to hold the party filing the complaint accountable in some fashion in the case that the complaint is determined to be frivolous.
I’m also looking at ways to reduce the tax burden on unmanufactured farm products such as hay, stored grain, etc. Currently, these products are subject to property taxes. It’s hard for me and others to understand that if we leave grass standing in the field it’s not taxed, but when we put it into a bale of hay it becomes a taxable item.
Next week, the House majority party will caucus. This is where we gather to discuss current issues facing the state of Oklahoma and try to determine how to best address these valid concerns. I believe this is an important step in setting our priorities ahead of the Legislature’s convening in February.
This past week, Buddy Enis long time superintendent of Wilburton Public Schools passed away. Buddy was not only a longtime superintendent but also a longtime friend. I have known Buddy most of my life. He will be greatly missed.
Dr. Bill Hill was recently inducted into Eastern Oklahoma State College of Agriculture “Hall of Fame.” Dr. Hill was Eastern Oklahoma State College’s president for many years. He is also another longtime friend. It was good to see Dr Hill receive this honor.
As always, thank You for allowing me to serve you. I can be reached at (405) 557-7381 or by email at jim.grego@okhouse.gov.
Jim Grego serves District 17 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. His district includes Latimer County and parts of LeFlore and Pittsburg counties.
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