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OK SB1919

OK SB1919
Oklahoma Tourism Development Act; increasing cumulative inducement per year. Effective date.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Oklahoma Tourism Development Act - inducement claims - effective date

AI Summary

This bill amends the Oklahoma Tourism Development Act to increase the total amount of financial incentives, known as "inducements," that can be provided to approved companies for tourism projects each year from $30 million to $60 million. The bill also updates the title of the chief executive of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce from "Director" to "Chief Executive Officer" and clarifies that sales tax credits can be passed through to "Tenant Parties" within an "Entertainment District," which is a designated area for entertainment and tourism. These changes aim to encourage more tourism development by offering greater financial support, with the new cumulative inducement limit taking effect on November 1, 2026.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Placed on General Order (on 02/16/2026)

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