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OK SB1359
OK SB1359Campaign contributions; modifying permissible contributions; increasing contribution limit. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to campaign contributions; amending Rule 2.31 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to contributions to political parties; modifying permissible contributors; increasing contribution limit; updating references; repealing 21 O.S. 2021, Section 187.2, as amended by Section 657, Chapter 486, O.S.L. 2025 (21 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 187.2), which relates to contributions by corporations, labor unions, limited liability companies, and partnerships; repealing Rule 2.23 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to contributions by corporations and labor unions; repealing Rule 2.24 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to contributions by limited liability companies; repealing Rule 2.25 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to contributions by partnerships; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies campaign contribution rules by increasing the maximum annual contribution limit for political party committees from $10,000 to $100,000, and expanding the types of entities allowed to make contributions to include corporations, labor unions, limited liability companies, and partnerships. The bill updates references to federal law, specifically changing citations from 2 U.S.C. to 52 U.S.C., and clarifies that contributions to different levels of party committees (state, county, precinct) will be aggregated for the purpose of calculating the contribution limit. Additionally, the bill repeals several existing rules related to contributions by corporations, labor unions, limited liability companies, and partnerships, effectively removing previous restrictions on these types of entities making political contributions. The changes to campaign finance regulations will take effect on January 1, 2027, providing ample time for political organizations and potential contributors to adjust to the new rules.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1359&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1359%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1359%20INT.PDF |
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