Reauthorizes the income tax checkoff for the Wildlife Diversity Fund in Oklahoma, effective January 1, 2027.

Oklahoma SB1405 reauthorizes the income tax checkoff for the Wildlife Diversity Fund, effective January 1, 2027. The fund, managed by the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission, collects donations from taxpayers to support the preservation, protection, and enhancement of nongame wildlife in the state. Investments from the fund must comply with the Oklahoma Uniform Prudent Investor Act, and any interest or dividends are deposited back into the fund. The act also updates statutory language and provides for a refund claim process for taxpayers.

Reauthorizes the income tax checkoff for the Wildlife Diversity Fund in Oklahoma, effective January 1, 2027.

Oklahoma SB1405 reauthorizes the income tax checkoff for the Wildlife Diversity Fund, effective January 1, 2027. The fund, managed by the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission, collects donations from taxpayers to support the preservation, protection, and enhancement of nongame wildlife in the state. Investments from the fund must comply with the Oklahoma Uniform Prudent Investor Act, and any interest or dividends are deposited back into the fund. The act also updates statutory language and provides for a refund claim process for taxpayers.