Public benefits; modifying definitions related to lawful presence of applicants. Effective date.
This Oklahoma bill modifies how state agencies verify applicants' lawful presence for public benefits. It requires most applicants aged 14+ to submit an affidavit affirming U.S. citizenship or lawful presence, with verification through the federal SAVE program. Key exemptions include emergency medical care, disaster relief, public health services (like immunizations), and community-based aid like soup kitchens. The bill mandates free notary services for applicants and annual compliance reports from agencies, while criminal penalties apply for knowingly false affidavits. It does not affect benefits for emergency health services, disaster relief, or certain community programs.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
Introduced
First Reading
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Michael Brooks
DDemocratic
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