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This bill, the Personal Privacy Protection Act, amends existing law to create new exceptions allowing for the disclosure of "personal affiliation information," which is defined as any data identifying someone as a member, supporter, volunteer, or donor to an organization recognized under Section 501(c) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Previously, public agencies were broadly prohibited from requiring or releasing such information, and it was exempt from disclosure under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. The changes introduce several new circumstances under which this information can be disclosed, including lawful requests by the Attorney General for investigations or in court proceedings, and discovery in litigation if a compelling need is shown and a protective order is obtained. Additionally, personal affiliation information that is voluntarily or publicly disclosed by the individual or entity it relates to can now be disclosed, and the bill clarifies that admission of such information as evidence in court is permissible, though courts must find good cause before publicly disclosing it. The bill also updates statutory language and references, and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1535&Session=2600