This bill amends Section 1272 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the unlawful carry of firearms. The key change allows for the carry of firearms on vessels, specifically on public lakes or waterways. The bill defines "vessel" in accordance with existing definitions in the Oklahoma Statutes. Additionally, it maintains the existing prohibitions on carrying firearms for individuals with certain criminal convictions and specifies that individuals must be at least 21 years old or 18 years old if they are members or veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces to carry firearms in this manner.

The bill also clarifies that the unlawful carry provisions do not alter where individuals may legally carry firearms and reiterates that violations of these provisions will result in misdemeanor charges. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2026.