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OK HB2980
OK HB2980Motor vehicles; authorizing licensed operators discretion to accept certain form of insurance as valid; effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to motor vehicles; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 7-602, as amended by Section 88, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 7-602), which relates to certification of existence of security; authorizing licensed operators discretion to accept certain form of insurance as valid; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill allows licensed operators, such as those at the Department of Public Safety or county tag agencies, the discretion to accept a physical proof of insurance presented by a customer as valid for motor vehicle registration if it appears to be sufficient, in addition to the existing online verification system or other accepted methods. This change aims to provide flexibility in how proof of insurance, which is required by law to ensure drivers have financial responsibility in case of an accident, is verified during the vehicle registration process. The bill also specifies an effective date of November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Authored by Senator Guthrie (principal Senate author) (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2980&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/HFLR/HB2980%20HFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB2980%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB2980%20INT.PDF |
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