Bill > HB1638

This bill amends the Governmental Tort Claims Act by making several technical modifications to the definitions contained in Section 152. The changes include minor grammatical adjustments like adding or removing commas, changing prepositions (such as changing "act in" to "act on"), and standardizing capitalization of the act's name. The bill also expands the definition of "political subdivision" to include two new types of entities: a regional economic development authority and an ambulance service district established by constitutional provision. These modifications aim to clarify and slightly broaden the scope of the existing law without making substantial changes to its fundamental meaning. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing ample time for government entities and legal professionals to review and prepare for the updated definitions. While most changes are technical in nature, the additions to the definition of political subdivision could potentially impact how certain organizations are treated under the Governmental Tort Claims Act.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1638&Session=2600