House Bill No. 1219, introduced by Representatives West and Bullard, aims to regulate the use of state funds and the display of flags on state property in Oklahoma. The bill defines "agency" to include any state government entity and prohibits these agencies from using state funds to promote or recognize Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month or similar events. Additionally, it stipulates that only flags authorized by federal and state law may be displayed on state property.
The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes a declaration of emergency, allowing it to be enacted immediately upon passage and approval. This legislation reflects a significant shift in the state's approach to funding and recognizing LGBTQ+ events and symbols within government spaces.