SB274

Landlord and tenant; requiring criminal history screening policy for award of certain tax credit; establishing procedures for certain screening policies. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25

Oklahoma SB274 requires landlords to have a criminal history screening policy for tenants to qualify for certain tax credits.

Oklahoma SB274 amends lease conditions for tenants with felony convictions, requiring landlords to have a criminal history screening policy for award of certain tax credits. The screening policy must include an individualized review considering factors like the seriousness of the offense, the age of the individual at the time of the offense, and evidence of rehabilitation. The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency will review tenant selection plans to ensure compliance. The act takes effect November 1, 2025.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Senate: Judiciary Committee: DO PASS AMENDED CS

6 Yea

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2 Nay

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History

Feb 13, 2025

Senate

Placed on General Order

Feb 11, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Judiciary committee; CR filed

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary