House Bill No. 2168, introduced by Representative Pfeiffer, amends Section 83 of Title 61 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to prohibited terms in bid specifications for public improvement projects. The bill modifies the language regarding the inclusion of terms that affect bidders, contractors, or subcontractors in relation to collective bargaining organizations. Specifically, it removes the previous prohibition against including terms that require, prohibit, encourage, or discourage such agreements, while retaining a prohibition against terms that discriminate based on a party's status with respect to collective bargaining agreements.

The revised language now specifies that public agencies must not include any terms in their bid specifications that discriminate against bidders, contractors, or subcontractors based on their willingness or refusal to enter into agreements with collective bargaining organizations. This change aims to clarify the conditions under which public agencies can structure their contracts while ensuring that all bidders are treated fairly, regardless of their relationship with collective bargaining entities. The bill also includes a provision for an effective date upon enactment.