SB1698

Firearms; expanding certain eligibility. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1698 expands eligibility for handgun licenses and modifies unlawful carry provisions.

Oklahoma SB1698 amends the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act to expand eligibility for handgun licenses, allowing individuals who are lawful permanent residents, members or veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces, Reserves, or National Guard, and those honorably discharged from these forces to apply. It also updates statutory language regarding unlawful carry, including exceptions for law enforcement officers, judges, and those participating in living history reenactments. The act becomes effective November 1, 2026.

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Current
Rules Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Rules

Feb 2

Senate

First Reading

Feb 2

Senate

Authored by Senator Jett