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This bill amends Oklahoma state law to require county election boards to provide specific security-related training to county law enforcement. The bill mandates that county election boards must offer training, approved by the Secretary of the State Election Board, to the county sheriff and local law enforcement officers. This training aims to help secure the election process and protect ballots in accordance with state law. The training is part of broader security provisions for county election board offices, which already include requirements for secure office spaces, protection from physical and cyber attacks, and restrictions on sharing storage spaces with other county agencies. The bill also maintains existing requirements for county commissioners to provide suitable, secure office spaces for election boards, including proper furniture, equipment, and protection measures. The new training requirement will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving counties time to prepare and implement the necessary training programs.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb525&Session=2600