Senate Bill No. 147 amends the existing law regarding post-election audits in Oklahoma. The bill clarifies that the Secretary of the State Election Board is responsible for directing all county election boards to conduct post-election audits for specified elections, as outlined in the relevant sections of the law. It modifies the definition of a post-election audit to mean a manual or electronic examination of a limited number of ballots, which must be conducted at the direction of the Secretary and in accordance with prescribed policies, rules, or procedures.

Additionally, the bill updates statutory language to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of the election audit process. It establishes that the method, timing, and procedures for conducting these audits will be determined by the Secretary of the State Election Board, and requires county election boards to report their findings to the Secretary, making these reports available to the public. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.