The bill amends the Elevator Safety Act by updating Section 3023.4 of the Oklahoma Statutes. It establishes that the Department of Labor is responsible for developing an enforcement program to ensure compliance with elevator safety regulations. The enforcement program may include various measures such as identifying properties subject to regulations, issuing notifications to violators, conducting random inspections, and promoting public awareness. A significant addition to the law is the stipulation that the Department shall not retroactively apply new rules and standards to existing structures unless it can provide written findings, supported by documented evidence, indicating that the structure poses obvious safety hazards.

The bill also outlines the process for individuals to report alleged violations of the Elevator Safety Act. Any person can request an investigation by notifying the Department of Labor in writing, detailing the grounds for their concern. If the Commissioner finds reasonable grounds for the investigation, it will be conducted promptly. If not, the Department will inform the notifying party of the determination. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.