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This bill updates Oklahoma's firearms laws to allow certain individuals to carry concealed handguns at election day polling places and in-person absentee voting locations. Specifically, people who are 21 years old or 18-20 years old and are current or former military members can now carry a concealed handgun at these voting locations, with some important restrictions. The handgun cannot be carried at a school polling place unless the person has a valid handgun license, and it cannot be carried in a courthouse. The bill also provides legal immunity to the state, political subdivisions, and their employees for any actions or misconduct related to firearms at these voting locations. Additionally, the bill makes several technical updates to existing statutes about unlawful firearm carry, possession of firearms on school property, and legal protections, including clarifying language and references. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2025, giving election officials and the public time to prepare for the new regulations.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb524&Session=2600