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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 technology; prohibiting the granting of personhood to artificial intelligence systems, environmental elements, nonhuman animals, and inanimate objects; clarifying act does not revoke personhood of entities currently recognized; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill, effective November 1, 2026, clarifies that artificial intelligence (AI) systems, environmental elements, nonhuman animals, and inanimate objects cannot be granted "personhood," which is a legal status that grants rights and protections similar to those of a human being. The bill explicitly states that this new law will not affect the existing legal status of entities like cities (municipalities), businesses (corporations, partnerships), or non-profit organizations that are already recognized under Oklahoma law before the specified effective date.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs
Sponsors (7)
David Bullard (R)*,
Cody Maynard (R)*,
Denise Crosswhite Hader (R),
Rob Hall (R),
Derrick Hildebrant (R),
Jim Olsen (R),
Daniel Pae (R),
Last Action
Authored by Senator Bullard (principal Senate author) (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3546&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB3546%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB3546%20INT.PDF |
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