SB503

Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management; providing certain authority to certified law enforcement officers. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB503 updates the authority of the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management and provides penalties for violations.

Oklahoma SB503 amends the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management's authority to include the ability to enforce orders and decisions issued by the department. It also provides for civil actions to be taken against individuals who interfere with the department's duties. The bill updates statutory language and sets penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment. The changes are effective as of a date specified in the bill.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Public Safety

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Gollihare