SB117

Motor vehicles; modifying requirements related to safety belts. Emergency.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB117 mandates safety belt use for drivers, front-seat passengers, and back-seat passengers under 16 in certain vehicles.

Oklahoma SB117 modifies safety belt requirements for drivers, front-seat passengers, and back-seat passengers under 16 in Class A, B, and C commercial motor vehicles and passenger vehicles. It declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval. Exemptions for medical reasons can be granted by the Commissioner of Public Safety upon physician attestation. Municipalities can enforce these provisions with fines not exceeding $20.

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Public Safety Committee
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History

Feb 20, 2025

Senate

Coauthored by Representative George (principal House author)

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Public Safety

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading