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OK SB1589
OK SB1589Crimes and punishments; modifying scope of certain offense related to gambling. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
04/14/2026
04/14/2026
Crossed Over
03/03/2026
03/03/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to crimes and punishments; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 941, as amended by Section 226, Chapter 486, O.S.L. 2025 (21 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 941), which relates to gambling; defining terms; modifying scope of certain offense; updating statutory language; updating statutory reference; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the scope of offenses related to gambling in Oklahoma by defining "online casino games" as any gambling accessible through electronic devices, including mobile phones and tablets, and clarifying that a "representative of value" includes currency used in a dual-currency payment system that can be exchanged for prizes or cash. It expands the definition of who can be held responsible for conducting or supporting illegal gambling to include geolocation providers, gaming suppliers, platform providers, promoters, and media affiliates, and explicitly includes online casino games within the prohibited gambling activities. The bill also makes technical updates to statutory references and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
CR; Do Pass Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Committee (on 04/14/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1589&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/HFLR/SB1589%20HFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Engrossed | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/SB1589%20ENGR%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20ENGR/SB/SB1589%20ENGR.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/SFLR/SB1589%20SFLR.PDF |
| Committee Amendment 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20AMENDMENTS/Senate/SB1589%20CA1.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1589%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1589%20INT.PDF |
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