This bill amends Section 1290.5 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the term and renewal of handgun licenses. The key changes include extending the validity period of a handgun license from the current options of five or ten years to include a new option of twenty years. Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding renewal applications, specifying that applicants must submit a passport-sized photograph regardless of whether they apply online or via a written form. The renewal fee is also adjusted to reflect the new twenty-year license option, which will be double the current fee.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation will notify eligible licensees via email about their license expiration and outlines the process for renewal, including the requirement for a background check. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the licensing process and provide more flexibility in the duration of handgun licenses in Oklahoma.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-1290.5