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OK HB4094
OK HB4094Newspapers and public notices; governmental entities; liability; statutory publication requirements and deadlines; electronic publication; 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 newspapers and public notices; exempting governmental entities from liability if they comply with statutory publication requirements and deadlines but the newspaper fails to correctly publish notice; permitting good faith electronic publication; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill, effective November 1, 2026, aims to protect governmental entities, such as the State of Oklahoma or its local subdivisions, from liability if they properly submit legal notices, advertisements, or publications to a newspaper and meet all required deadlines, but the newspaper fails to publish them correctly. This means the government entity will not be held responsible for missed publication deadlines if the error lies with the newspaper. Additionally, the bill allows governmental entities to use electronic publication in conjunction with other methods, as long as they believe in good faith that it is a feasible way to meet the notice requirements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Policy recommendation to the Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight committee; Do Pass Civil Judiciary (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb4094&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4094%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB4094%20INT.PDF |
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