SB1583

Oklahoma Voting Rights Act prohibits voter suppression and dilution, establishes pre-suit notice requirements, and provides for remedies and attorney.

The Oklahoma Voting Rights Act aims to protect the voting rights of protected classes, including racial, color, language minority groups, and federally recognized Indian Tribes. It prohibits any method of election or political subdivision action that impairs the equal opportunity or ability of protected class members to nominate or elect candidates of their choice. The act requires pre-suit notice for potential violations, allowing aggrieved parties to request remedies. If a political subdivision does not deny the potential violation, it must work with the party to explore remedies.