State government; commissioning of peace officers; directing the Commission of Public Safety to commission peace officers in conjunction with the President Pro Tempore of the Senate or the Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Effective date.
Approved by Governor 05/11/2026
Summary
The bill directs the Department of Public Safety to develop and regularly update a security plan for the State Capitol and its grounds, and it reorganizes the State Capitol Preservation Commission with new membership, meeting, and approval procedures. It also authorizes up to $120 million in bonds for Capitol renovation, creates an oversight committee, and gives the Oklahoma Arts Council authority over state‑owned art. The changes aim to improve safety, preserve historic features, and streamline project management for the Capitol complex.
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