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OK HB3386

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Amanda Clinton

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma's forcible entry and detainer statute (12 O.S. 2021, Section 1148.6) to create a new defense against eviction when minor children reside in the rental property

  • Defendants asserting this defense must attach proof of residency for the minor children, such as school records or immunization records

  • Cases where minor residency is established must be assigned to mediation before litigation proceeds, if a mediator is available that day; otherwise, a ruling may be issued without mediation

  • Effective date is November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Evictions; creating a defense against eviction when there are minors living in the rental property; requiring proof of residency; mediation; effective date.

Last Action

Authored by Senator Kirt (principal Senate author)

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Civil Judiciary2/3/2026
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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