Oklahoma HB3581 amends penalties for participating in riots and modifies the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act.

Oklahoma HB3581 amends the penalties for participating in riots, increasing the severity of penalties for certain offenses. It also modifies the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act, adding exceptions and clarifying the scope of immunity for the state and political subdivisions. Effective November 1, 2026, the bill aims to address liability issues related to civil disobedience, riot, insurrection, or rebellion.

Oklahoma HB3581 amends penalties for participating in riots and modifies the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act.

Oklahoma HB3581 amends the penalties for participating in riots, increasing the severity of penalties for certain offenses. It also modifies the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act, adding exceptions and clarifying the scope of immunity for the state and political subdivisions. Effective November 1, 2026, the bill aims to address liability issues related to civil disobedience, riot, insurrection, or rebellion.