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OK SB1640

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shane Jett

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits Oklahoma legislators from consuming, possessing, or being under the influence of alcohol while performing official duties or within the State Capitol Building

  • Defines intoxication as blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater, with Breathalyzer testing administered by Oklahoma Highway Patrol or qualified law enforcement upon reasonable suspicion

  • First violation: expulsion for remainder of day, $500-$1,000 fine, and ethics committee referral; second violation within 12 months: 3+ day expulsion, $1,000-$2,500 fine, mandatory alcohol treatment at member's expense

  • Third violation within 24 months: permanent expulsion for the session, $2,500-$5,000 fine, and automatic removal proceedings under existing state law

  • Presiding officers (President Pro Tempore and Speaker) face same penalties for failing to enforce the law; Attorney General must be notified of test refusals or multiple violations

Legislative Description

Legislature; prohibiting consumption and possession of alcohol by members of the Legislature while performing official legislative duties. Emergency.

Last Action

Coauthored by Senator Grellner

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Wildlife2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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