The bill amends Oklahoma law concerning the carrying and possession of firearms, particularly focusing on school property and public spaces. It allows individuals aged 21 and older, as well as those aged 18-21 who are members or veterans of the armed forces, to carry concealed handguns at polling places during elections. The legislation specifies unlawful carry locations, including government buildings, schools, and gambling venues, while providing exceptions for certain individuals like peace officers and designated school personnel. Additionally, it permits concealed carry in public areas such as parks and events with minimal security, and clarifies liability protections for private schools that allow firearms on their premises.

Moreover, the bill outlines that firearms and hunting or fishing knives are permitted in privately owned vehicles on school grounds, provided the vehicle is used solely for transporting students and is not left unattended. It also allows licensed individuals to carry weapons on private school property if the school has a policy in place to permit this. The bill updates immunity provisions for the state and its subdivisions, shielding them from liability related to the licensing of individuals under the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act and actions involving firearms during training or at polling locations. The changes include a revision in the definition of motor vehicles and the introduction of new immunity clauses concerning firearm misconduct at polling sites, with the bill set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-1290.24