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This bill modifies Oklahoma's laws regarding firearms in motor vehicles, primarily expanding protections for individuals transporting and storing firearms. The legislation amends two existing statutes to remove liability provisions and strengthen protections for people carrying firearms in vehicles. Specifically, the bill prohibits property owners, employers, and businesses from establishing policies that prevent employees or individuals from transporting and storing firearms in locked motor vehicles, including vehicles owned, leased, or rented for business purposes. The bill allows individuals to file civil actions against entities that attempt to enforce such restrictive policies, with courts mandated to award damages, court costs, and attorney fees to prevailing plaintiffs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that employees using their personal or rented vehicles for business purposes cannot be prevented from transporting firearms, and it provides immunity from liability for property owners and employers who do not prohibit firearm transportation. The term "motor vehicle" is broadly defined to include automobiles, trucks, minivans, SUVs, motorcycles, and other registered vehicles. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing ample time for businesses and property owners to understand and comply with the new regulations.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb40&Session=2600