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OK SB19

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2015

Primary Sponsor

Kyle Loveless

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Redefines "bus" as a vehicle designed to carry passengers that is part of a network running on regular schedules of routes, times and fares, replacing the prior reference to Title 47 Section 1-105.

  • Adds exception to "deadly or dangerous weapon" definition to permit weapons carried for lawful self-defense in compliance with the Oklahoma Self Defense Act.

  • Removes prohibition on boarding a bus with a concealed dangerous or deadly weapon (Section 1903 Subsection D is deleted entirely).

  • Clarifies language regarding unauthorized removal of baggage and cargo from buses and terminals, specifying that actual value of removed items is not material to the crime.

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2015.

Legislative Description

Bus Passenger Safety Act; modifying definitions; removing certain prohibitions.. Effective date.

Last Action

coauthored by Echols (principal House author)

2/10/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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