HB4198

Workplace violence; creating the Protection from Workplace Violence Act; authorizing certain persons to seek protective order relief; codification; effective date.

Chamber Passed·3/16/26

Oklahoma HB4198 creates the Protection from Workplace Violence Act, allowing employers and employees to seek protective orders against workplace.

Oklahoma HB4198 establishes the Protection from Workplace Violence Act, authorizing employers and current employees to petition for protective orders against harassment or violence by former employees. The act defines workplace violence and harassment, and allows for emergency temporary orders of protection. Protective orders can include terms necessary to cease workplace violence, such as avoiding contact with the petitioner or their employees. Violations of these orders are misdemeanors, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 80–12 · Mar 16
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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3
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

80 Yea

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12 Nay

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7 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 3

10:30 AM

House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Hearing

Feb 19

10:30 AM

House Civil Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 16

Senate

Coauthored by Representative Dollens

Apr 1

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Mar 16

House

Engrossed, signed, to Senate