Firearms; clarifying manner in which firearms may be carried on public college, university, and technology center school property; effective date.

HB 1358 removes the prohibition against carrying concealed handguns on public college, university, and technology center campus property for individuals with a valid Oklahoma Self-Defense Act license. The bill amends Oklahoma Statute § 1277 to clarify that public educational institutions may no longer ban licensed firearm carriers from campus property, while maintaining existing restrictions in buildings, event venues, and other specific locations. It also eliminates administrative fines for violations related to campus carry and allows institutions to seek damages if harmed by firearm-related incidents. This bill directly affects public postsecondary institutions and licensed firearm carriers, changing the legal landscape for concealed carry on these campuses.