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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 the Ethics Commission; amending Rule 2.2 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to definitions; defining terms; amending Rule 2.17 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to political contributions; proscribing contributions from foreign nationals; amending Rule 2.36 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to contributions to state question committees; updating statutory language; amending Rule 2.85 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to political action committee organization; requiring certain certification; amending Rule 2.105 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to political action committee reporting requirements; requiring certain affirmation; amending Rule 2.109 of the Rules of the Ethics Commission (74 O.S. 2021, Ch. 62, App. I), which relates to state question communication requirements; prescribing requirements for nonprofit corporation communications; establishing guidelines for collection and release of donor information; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Rules of the Ethics Commission to prohibit contributions from foreign nationals in state and local campaigns, defining "foreign national" as an individual not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, or certain foreign entities or U.S. entities predominantly owned by foreign nationals. It also clarifies that foreign nationals cannot direct or control decisions regarding influencing state questions, nor can they solicit such donations. The bill requires treasurers of political action committees, which are organizations that raise and spend money to influence elections or ballot measures, to certify that contributions are not from foreign nationals and that prohibited foreign funds have not been accepted above a certain threshold. Additionally, it updates reporting requirements for these committees to include affirmations about the source of funds and introduces new rules to protect the privacy of lawful donors to tax-exempt organizations, limiting the collection and public disclosure of donor information unless a violation of the rules has been definitively determined.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Coauthored by Representative Lepak (principal House author) (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1449&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1449%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1449%20INT.PDF |
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