HB 18-1138

House Bill 18-1138, also known as "Public Official Oaths and Affirmations," simplifies the process for public officials and employees by creating a standard oath of office that everyone must take before starting their job. The bill requires these oaths to be filed with specific authorities, like the clerk of court or local government division, depending on the position. This ensures consistency across different roles and helps streamline administrative processes. Since it has been signed into law, all public officials and employees will now follow this uniform procedure when taking their oath of office.

Official Summary

Statutory Revision Committee. Current law requires most public officials and many public employees to swear or affirm an oath of office. The bill establishes a single uniform text for swearing or affirming an oath of office and the requirements regarding how and when an oath or affirmation of office must be taken, subscribed, administered, and filed. All requirements must be completed prior to the official or employee entering upon the office. In the case of elected special district directors, the oath or affirmation must also be filed within 30 days of the election with the clerk of the court and the division of local government under the department of local affairs. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.) Read More

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