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OK SB1112

OK SB1112
Elections; modifying prohibited activities at polling place or voting site; modifying elements of certain misdemeanor offense. Effective date.


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Introduced
02/06/2023
In Committee
02/07/2023
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 7-108 and 16-111, which relate to electioneering; modifying prohibited activities at polling place or voting site; defining terms; modifying elements of certain misdemeanor offense; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Oklahoma statutes related to electioneering and activities allowed near polling places and in-person absentee voting sites. It modifies the prohibited activities by defining "electioneering" to include advocating for or against candidates or ballot measures, as well as collecting signatures for future ballot measures. The bill also specifies the "election enclosure" where certain activities are prohibited. Additionally, it updates the language regarding who is authorized to be within 50 feet of a polling place or voting site entrance while an election is in progress. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Judiciary (on 02/07/2023)

Taxonomy

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues

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