Senate Bill No. 433 proposes a new law that mandates municipally owned public utilities to waive all fees, deposits, monthly rates, and any other required payments for widowed spouses of law enforcement officials, firefighters, or police officers who have died in the line of duty while employed by the municipality. This provision aims to provide financial relief to the families of fallen public servants. The bill also requires the widowed spouse to submit necessary documentation, such as a death certificate, as specified by the municipal utility.
The bill is set to be codified as Section 35-108 of Title 11 in the Oklahoma Statutes and is scheduled to take effect on November 1, 2025. The legislation reflects a commitment to support the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.