House Bill No. 2164 seeks to enhance the legal framework against public corruption in Oklahoma by amending existing laws and introducing new provisions. A significant change is the reclassification of conflicts of interest for public officers from a misdemeanor to a felony, which also leads to disqualification from holding public office. The bill establishes new definitions and penalties for unlawful acts related to the misuse of nonpublic government information, collusion among bidders, and conflicts of interest. It also mandates ethics training for newly appointed state agency heads and requires bidders to disclose any business or familial relationships that may present a conflict of interest.

Furthermore, the bill expands the grounds for the removal of public officers to include gross partiality, oppression, and corruption in office. It specifies that collusion among bidders that restricts competition will void their bids and prohibits state employees from disclosing bid information prior to the official opening. The legislation also requires contracts with state agencies to include certifications regarding conflicts of interest and compliance with procurement laws. By defining terms such as "private economic interest" and "immediate family member," the bill aims to prevent state officers and employees from participating in matters where they or their family members have a financial interest, with violations resulting in felony charges. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.