SB2161

Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; modifying definition. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB2161 amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act by modifying the definition of "meeting" and setting an effective date.

Oklahoma SB2161 amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act by modifying the definition of "meeting" to clarify when a gathering constitutes a meeting of a public body. It specifies that a meeting occurs when a majority of members are together or linked by videoconference to conduct business. The bill also excludes informal gatherings where no business is discussed. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 2

Senate

First Reading

Feb 2

Senate

Authored by Senator Guthrie