State government; Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation; game warden compensation increase; effective date; emergency.

HB 1328 increases the salary of Oklahoma game wardens by 20% for those employed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation for at least six months. The raise applies to their salary as of June 20, 2025, and takes effect on July 1, 2025. This bill directly affects current game wardens meeting the employment duration requirement, providing a specific compensation adjustment without broader policy changes.