SB1787

State government; prohibiting certain persons from taking certain action. Effective date. Emergency.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1787 prohibits state employees, appointees, and contractors from stating their preferred pronouns in official communications.

Oklahoma SB1787 introduces a new law prohibiting state employees, appointees, and contractors from stating their preferred pronouns in any official communication, including text messages, emails, and letters. The bill defines "preferred pronouns" as personal pronouns an individual uses to refer to themselves and "personal pronouns" as references to an individual's sex or gender. Violations of this provision are subject to penalty. The act is set to become effective July 1, 2026, with an emergency clause allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

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 Grellner