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OK SB1682

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shane Jett

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement for metal detectors at government event venues that prohibit firearms, leaving only the 8-foot metallic security fence and uniformed peace officer staffing requirements as "minimum security provisions"

  • Maintains existing prohibitions on carrying firearms in government buildings, courthouses, jails, schools, sports arenas during professional events, gambling establishments, and other specified locations

  • Allows firearm carry in government parking areas, parks, recreational areas, wildlife refuges, fairgrounds, and at permitted public events without minimum security provisions (limited to concealed handguns)

  • Preserves exceptions for peace officers, judges with handgun licenses, private investigators, elected county officials, and sheriff-authorized county employees to carry in otherwise restricted areas

  • Effective date is November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Firearms; modifying provisions of unlawful carry. Effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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