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OK SB902

OK SB902
Elections; modifying requirements for participation in multistate voter list maintenance organizations. Effective date.


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Introduced
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Sections 4-121, as amended by Section 20, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022, and 7-103.2, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 293, O.S.L. 2022 (26 O.S. Supp. 2022, Sections 4-121 and 7-103.2), which relate to multistate voter list maintenance organizations; modifying authority to join certain organizations; prohibiting license data from non-citizens; requiring certain certification from certain organizations; prohibiting release of certain data; providing exceptions; requiring withdrawal from organization under certain circumstances; authorizing civil action for certain violations; requiring annual publishing of certain information; prohibiting charging of fee for certain information available to the public; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the requirements for Oklahoma's participation in multistate voter list maintenance organizations, such as the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC). The key provisions include: requiring the organization to certify that its membership meets certain requirements before Oklahoma can join; prohibiting the sharing of motor vehicle license data for non-citizens; requiring the organization to certify that individuals identified as eligible to vote are U.S. citizens; prohibiting the organization from providing or releasing voter data to any other party, except for certain specified purposes; authorizing the Attorney General or the Legislature to pursue civil action against the organization for violations; requiring the publication of costs and statistical information related to Oklahoma's membership; and ensuring public access to voter registration information. The bill also clarifies provisions related to maintaining and sharing voter registration lists at the county level.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Coauthored by Representative Roberts (principal House author) (on 03/02/2023)

Taxonomy

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Right to Privacy and Access to Government Information
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues

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