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OK HB1259
OK HB1259Firearms; authorizing the carry of concealed handguns at polling places; effective date.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to firearms; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1272 and 1277, which relate to the carrying of firearms; authorizing the carry of concealed handguns at polling places; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1280.1, which relates to the possession of firearms on school property; authorizing the carry of concealed handguns at polling places located on school property; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1290.24, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 160, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1290.24), which relates to the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; providing immunity from certain conduct occurring at polling places; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Oklahoma state law to authorize the carry of concealed handguns at polling places during elections, including those located on school property. Specifically, the bill allows individuals who are 21 years old or between 18-21 and are current or former members of the U.S. Armed Forces to carry a concealed handgun at polling places, provided they are not disqualified from firearm possession under state or federal law. The legislation modifies existing statutes related to unlawful carry of firearms, places where firearms are prohibited, and possession of firearms on school property. Additionally, the bill provides immunity to the state, its political subdivisions, and their officers from liability for actions or misconduct involving handguns at polling places. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2025, giving state and local entities time to prepare for the new regulations. By expanding where concealed handguns can be carried, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for licensed gun owners while maintaining certain restrictions to ensure public safety.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Judiciary (on 02/04/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1259&Session=2600 |
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1259&Session=2500 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB1259%20INT.PDF |
| BillText | https://www3.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB1259%20INT.PDF |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB1259%20INT.PDF |
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