SB1496

Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation; modifying provisions related to certain evidentiary property, disclosures, and other duties. Effective date.

Vetoed·5/5/26

Oklahoma SB1496 amends provisions for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, including disposal of evidence, property sales, and confidentiality.

Oklahoma SB1496 modifies the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation's (OSBI) procedures for handling evidentiary property. It authorizes the disposal of evidence, permits the Director to digitally store and dispose of certain records, and allows the sale of property if no bid exceeds fifty percent of its fair-market value. The bill also clarifies confidentiality provisions, permitting the Director to disclose information to certain agencies and individuals under specific conditions. Additionally, it updates statutory language and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

83 Yea

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4 Nay

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12 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 14

10:30 AM

House Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Hearing

Apr 2

10:30 AM

House Civil Judiciary Hearing

History

May 5

Senate

Vetoed 05/05/2026

Apr 29

Senate

Enrolled, to House

Apr 29

House

Signed, returned to Senate