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OK SB1548
OK SB1548Civil liability; making vaccine manufacturer liable under certain conditions; directing certain relief. 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 civil liability; defining term; making vaccine manufacturer liable to individual under certain conditions; establishing deadline for certain civil actions; directing award of certain relief; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes that a vaccine manufacturer can be held liable to an individual if the manufacturer advertises a vaccine in Oklahoma and that advertised vaccine causes harm or injury to the individual, with "advertise" defined as any paid promotion of a vaccine through various media channels, excluding discussions between healthcare providers and patients or materials provided in clinical settings. Individuals have a deadline of three years from when their cause of action arises to file a lawsuit under this provision, and if they win their case, the court must award them their actual damages, court costs, and reasonable attorney fees. This new law will take effect on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1548&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1548%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1548%20INT.PDF |
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