SB114

Oklahoma SB114 amends land ownership laws to clarify definitions and allow lawful permanent residents to own land.

Oklahoma SB114 amends existing law to clarify definitions related to alien ownership of land. It defines "permanent resident" as a foreign national granted permanent U.S. residency and "bona fide resident" as a lawful permanent resident. The law allows lawful permanent residents to own land in Oklahoma under the same terms as U.S. citizens. It exempts current alien landowners and those who become bona fide residents from restrictions. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.