SB1197

Counties and county officers; disallowing use of cash for certain purposes; requiring certain use of certified funds. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1197 amends county resale auction rules to disallow cash use and mandate certified funds for certain property sales.

Oklahoma SB1197 modifies county resale auction procedures by disallowing the use of cash for certain property sales and requiring the use of certified funds instead. The bill updates statutory language to mandate a deposit by certified funds and outlines specific conditions for property sales, including minimum bid requirements and the definition of "nuisance property." The changes aim to ensure transparency and accountability in county property sales, effective November 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Local and County Government Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Local and County Government

Feb 2

Senate

First Reading

Feb 2

Senate

Authored by Senator Mann