HB4142

Crimes and punishments; unlawful use of bombs or explosive devices; modifying elements of certain crimes; effective date.

Complete·5/12/26

Oklahoma HB4142 modifies definitions and elements of crimes related to the unlawful use of bombs or explosive devices.

Oklahoma HB4142 amends the state's criminal code to modify definitions and elements of certain crimes involving bombs or explosive devices. It updates the definition of "bomb" and "incendiary device" and specifies acts that constitute felonies. The bill excludes juvenile acts involving non-injurious firecrackers or "stink bombs" from its scope. It also clarifies the intent and circumstances under which placing or conspiring to place explosive or incendiary devices is a felony. The changes take effect on November 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

45 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 14

8:30 AM

Senate Public Safety REVISED Hearing

Feb 24

10:30 AM

House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Hearing

History

May 12

House

Approved by Governor 05/12/2026

May 6

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

May 6

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House