Bill > HB2822

This bill modifies Oklahoma's laws regarding firearms carry, expanding and clarifying where firearms can and cannot be carried in various public and private spaces. The legislation makes several key changes, including prohibiting firearms in new locations such as public buildings used for public meetings, public facilities providing substance abuse or mental health services, and the State Capitol Building, while simultaneously creating exceptions for certain venues. Notably, the bill authorizes concealed handgun carry and open carry of lawful firearms during the Oklahoma and Tulsa State Fairs, and allows public trusts and nonprofit entities to permit open carry of firearms on their properties. The bill also provides more detailed guidelines about carrying firearms near schools, government buildings, and other public spaces, specifying where firearms can be stored (such as in locked vehicles) and under what circumstances. Penalties for violations remain relatively modest, with potential fines up to $250, and the law maintains several existing exemptions for peace officers, certain elected officials, and other authorized personnel. The changes aim to balance public safety concerns with individual gun rights, providing more nuanced regulations about firearm possession in different types of public and private spaces. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, giving entities time to adjust to the new regulations.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2822&Session=2600