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OK HB2682
OK HB2682Elections; prohibiting the contribution, donation, or anything of value for purposes of conducting an election; penalties; effective date.
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Introduced
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
In Committee
04/04/2023
04/04/2023
Crossed Over
03/22/2023
03/22/2023
Passed
04/20/2023
04/20/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/26/2023
04/26/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 7-139, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 194, O.S.L. 2022 (26 O.S. Supp. 2022, Section 7-139), which relates to the Prohibit the Private Funding of Elections Act; prohibiting the contribution, donation, or anything of value for purposes of conducting an election; providing exceptions; modifying penalties; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Elections
AI Summary
This bill amends the "Prohibit the Private Funding of Elections Act" in Oklahoma. It prohibits government officials and election officials from soliciting, accepting, or receiving any contribution, donation, or anything of value for the purpose of conducting or administering any election. It also prohibits any person from offering or providing such contributions, donations, or anything of value. The bill provides exceptions for certain in-kind contributions, such as providing polling places, volunteering labor, and donating nominal items. It establishes penalties for violations, with fines and potential imprisonment for repeat offenses. The bill aims to ensure that all costs and expenses related to elections are paid for with public funds, with limited exceptions. The effective date of the bill is November 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Approved by Governor 04/26/2023 (on 04/26/2023)
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