House Bill No. 1764, introduced by Kerbs, amends existing legislation regarding unauthorized camps on public lands in Oklahoma. The bill expands the definition of unauthorized camps to include any tent, shelter, or bedding used for overnight purposes on properties not designated as campsites. It explicitly prohibits the use of state-owned, county-owned, or municipal-owned lands for establishing unauthorized camps. Violators of this provision may face a misdemeanor charge, with penalties including a fine of up to $50 or imprisonment for up to 15 days. However, first-time offenders will receive a warning and will only be cited if they refuse assistance offered by law enforcement.

Additionally, the bill allows the governing bodies of counties and municipalities to opt out of this prohibition through a majority vote. This provision provides local governments with the flexibility to manage unauthorized camping on their lands according to their specific needs and circumstances. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.