This bill establishes a new section in the Oklahoma Statutes that defines "digital ID" as an electronic representation of personally identifying information, which can be accessed through mobile devices or cloud platforms for identity verification. Importantly, the bill clarifies that a digital ID does not equate to a digitized identification card as previously defined in state law.
Additionally, the bill ensures that individuals cannot be denied access to services from state agencies, departments, or political subdivisions, nor from businesses or private entities, solely based on their lack of a digital ID. This provision aims to protect individuals' rights and access to services regardless of their use of digital identification. The bill is declared an emergency measure, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.