OK SB1579

County assessors must include a "taxpayer bill of rights" on all written notices of property valuation increases sent to taxpayers

The taxpayer bill of rights must enumerate 11 specific rights, including the right to equal and uniform taxation, the right to file protests against valuations, the right to informal hearings, and the right to appeal decisions to county boards of equalization and courts

Taxpayers have 30 calendar days from the notice mailing date to file a written protest, and informal hearings may be held in person or telephonically

The assessor must issue a written decision within 7 calendar days of an informal hearing, and taxpayers may appeal to the county board of equalization within 15 calendar days

Effective date: November 1, 2026