House Bill No. 1218, introduced by Representative Kevin West, addresses the issue of antisemitism in Oklahoma by establishing a formal definition based on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition. The bill outlines legislative findings that highlight the persistence of antisemitism as a significant societal problem, the targeting of Jewish individuals as a minority, and the need for state officials to have the necessary tools to combat hate and bigotry. It emphasizes the importance of uniform definitions for effective monitoring and policy-making, while also acknowledging that the IHRA definition is not exhaustive but serves as a critical resource for understanding contemporary antisemitism.

The bill includes provisions that ensure the definition of antisemitism will be considered by state departments and agencies when reviewing or investigating discriminatory acts. It clarifies that the act does not infringe upon First Amendment rights or conflict with existing discrimination laws. Additionally, it maintains that the evidentiary requirements for determining actionable discrimination remain unchanged. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, and includes a noncodification clause for certain sections.