HB 1941 Summary

• Amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act (51 O.S. Section 24A.5) to strengthen public access to government records.

• Prohibits public bodies from requiring requesters to submit a request form, provide their identity, disclose the purpose of the request, or demonstrate knowledge of open records laws as a condition of releasing records.

• Maintains existing fee structures for record copying (maximum $0.25 per page or $1.00 for certified copies) while clarifying that higher fees may only be charged for commercial requests or those causing excessive disruption.

• Effective date: November 1, 2011.