SB1277

Employment benefits; modifying conditions for disqualification; specifying work search actions. Effective date.

Complete·5/12/26

Oklahoma SB1277 modifies conditions for disqualification from employment benefits and specifies acceptable work search actions.

Oklahoma SB1277 amends the conditions for disqualification from employment benefits by detailing specific work search actions that individuals must undertake to remain eligible. These actions include submitting resumes, completing job applications, attending interviews, and participating in job search workshops. The bill also waives these requirements if the individual is on jury duty. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

81 Yea

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5 Nay

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13 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 14

3:00 PM

House Commerce & Economic Development Oversight Hearing

Apr 7

10:30 AM

House Business Hearing

History

May 12

Senate

Approved by Governor 05/11/2026

May 6

Senate

Enrolled, to House

May 6

House

Signed, returned to Senate