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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
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to civil procedure; amending 12 O.S. 2021, Section 1148.6, which relates defendant asserting title to real property; requiring bond; providing bond limit; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Oklahoma law concerning civil procedure for real property disputes, specifically when a defendant claims ownership or disputes property boundaries. The key change requires that if a defendant asserts title to real property or claims a boundary dispute, the court must order them to provide a bond. This bond, payable to the court clerk, will be for an amount up to the current market value of the property and ensures the defendant will comply with the court's future decisions regarding the property. The bill also clarifies that the term "land" is replaced with "real property" throughout the relevant section and makes a minor update regarding gender-neutral language. This new bond requirement is intended to safeguard the property during legal proceedings and will take effect on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Hearing (10:30:00 3/5/2026 Room 4s5) (on 03/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb4119&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Proposed Policy Committee Recommendation | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4119%20POLREC%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| Policy Committee Recommendation | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20SUBS/HCS/HB4119%20POLREC.PDF |
| Proposed Policy Committee Substitute 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20AMENDMENTS/House/HB4119%20POLPCS1%20TAMMY%20WEST-JL.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Proposed Policy Committee Substitute 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4119%20POLPCS1%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4119%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB4119%20INT.PDF |
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