Bill > SB1767

This bill prohibits retailers located outside of Oklahoma from shipping alcoholic beverages to residents of the state or fulfilling orders for delivery within the state, unless specifically allowed by law, with the Attorney General empowered to file civil lawsuits in federal court for injunctive relief or initiate state court proceedings to enforce compliance and impose civil penalties. The Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission (ABLE Commission) is authorized to investigate violations, assist the Attorney General, issue cease and desist orders, and share evidence, with violations potentially resulting in civil penalties of $5,000 to $25,000 per shipment or treble damages, and each shipment counting as a separate offense. Before taking formal action, the Attorney General or ABLE Commission must issue a written notice of violation to the out-of-state retailer, demanding cessation of illegal shipments within five days, and a new revolving fund, the "Alcohol Enforcement and Regulatory Revolving Fund," will be established to support enforcement, compliance, and public education efforts related to unlawful alcohol shipments, with the bill set to become effective on July 1, 2026, and declared an emergency measure.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1767&Session=2600