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This bill modifies Oklahoma's laws regarding firearms carry, primarily focusing on expanding where individuals with valid handgun licenses can carry concealed weapons. The bill makes significant changes to Section 1277 of Title 21, which previously restricted firearm carry in various public and private spaces. Key provisions include allowing concealed carry in public colleges, universities, and technology center schools with some limitations, permitting licensed individuals to carry handguns on school properties with certain restrictions, and providing immunity to educational institutions for accidental firearm incidents. The bill removes previous requirements for written consent in some locations and clarifies that schools can prohibit firearms in specific event venues requiring ticket purchases. Additionally, the bill updates language around carry restrictions for elected county officials, sheriffs, and county employees, and specifies that carrying a firearm is not considered part of an employee's job description. The bill provides more flexibility for handgun license holders while maintaining some safety provisions, and it will become effective on November 1, 2025.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb558&Session=2600