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OK HB1409
OK HB1409Open meetings; Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; email distribution systems; effective date.
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Introduced
02/03/2025
02/03/2025
In Committee
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
Crossed Over
03/17/2025
03/17/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 311, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 60, O.S.L. 2024 (25 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 311), which relates to notices by public bodies; prescribing procedures related to email distribution systems; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , line 22, delete before the word “confirm”, the word “annually” and insert the word “biennially” Passed the Senate the 17th day of March, 2026. Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the ____ day of __________, 2026. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives ENGROSSED HOUSE BILL NO. 1409 By: Crosswhite Hader of the House and Sacchieri of the Senate An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 311, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 60, O.S.L. 2024 (25 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 311), which relates to notices by public bodies; prescribing procedures related to email distribution systems; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, specifically concerning procedures for public bodies to provide notice of meetings. The key change involves email distribution systems: currently, public bodies can require individuals to confirm their request to be on an email list annually; this bill changes that requirement to a biennial confirmation, meaning individuals will only need to confirm their subscription every two years instead of every year. This aims to streamline the process for both the public and government entities while still ensuring that email lists are up-to-date. The bill also specifies an effective date of November 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SA's received (on 03/23/2026)
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