Bill No. 1185, introduced by Representatives West and Bergstrom, amends existing laws concerning the handling of unclaimed property and the disposition of seized firearms. A significant change in the bill is the prohibition against the destruction of historic military weapons, which must now be donated to local veterans' organizations instead. This requirement is reflected in the amendments to 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1325, and 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-508, reinforcing the preservation of firearms with historic military value for the benefit of veterans.

In addition to the provisions regarding historic military firearms, the bill outlines procedures for the disposal and management of property seized in drug enforcement activities, specifying that proceeds from the sale of such property will support various revolving funds. It also allows for the donation of uncontaminated laboratory equipment to educational institutions and the transfer of vehicles or firearms to law enforcement agencies under certain conditions. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, ensuring that these new provisions are implemented promptly.