OK SB228

Creates a "covenant marriage" option in Oklahoma requiring couples to sign a Declaration of Intent affirming marriage as a "lifelong covenant made before God," complete premarital counseling from a minister, clergy member, or counselor, and file documents with two witnesses and a notary public

Restricts divorce in covenant marriages to only three grounds: abandonment for at least one year, physical or sexual abuse against spouse or child, or adultery—each requiring proof by preponderance of evidence

Requires marital counseling before filing for divorce in a covenant marriage, except in cases involving abuse or criminal conviction

Allows existing marriages to convert to covenant marriage status by completing counseling and signing the Declaration of Intent

Provides a state income tax credit of $2,500 for married filing jointly ($1,250 each for married filing separately) beginning tax year 2025, with unused credits carried forward up to five years; credit is non-refundable