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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
04/01/2026
04/01/2026
Crossed Over
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to elections; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 7-129.2, 26 O.S. 2021, Sections 14-105, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 292, O.S.L. 2022, 14- 110.1, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 292, O.S.L. 2022, 14-118, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 317, O.S.L. 2025 (26 O.S. Supp. 2025, Sections 14-105, 14- 110.1, and 14-118), 26 O.S. 2021, Section 14-144, 26 O.S. 2021, Section 14-151, which relate to use of facsimile devices in absentee voting; repealing use of facsimile devices in absentee voting processes; repealing 26 O.S. 2021, Section 14-118.1, which relates to transmittal of ballot by facsimile device; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to Oklahoma's election laws, primarily focusing on absentee voting processes and the use of facsimile devices. It amends existing statutes to remove provisions allowing absentee ballots to be applied for or transmitted via facsimile device, a technology that transmits documents over telephone lines. Instead, the bill emphasizes electronic communication methods for these purposes. Additionally, it repeals a specific section of law that dealt with the transmittal of ballots by facsimile device and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for these changes. In essence, the bill modernizes absentee voting by phasing out faxed ballots in favor of digital alternatives.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Judiciary (on 04/01/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2939&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20ENGR/hB/HB2939%20ENGR.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/HFLR/HB2939%20HFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB2939%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB2939%20INT.PDF |
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