HB3974

Oklahoma HB3974 amends the Governmental Tort Claims Act to limit actions against cities, towns, or counties for housing federal or out-of-state.

Oklahoma HB3974 amends the Governmental Tort Claims Act to limit actions against cities, towns, or counties for housing federal or out-of-state inmates. The act specifies that immunity applies to entities housing inmates in facilities owned or operated by private prison contractors. This immunity extends to any city, town, or county that is the sole beneficiary of a public trust. The changes take effect on November 1, 2026.