Securities; Oklahoma Ensuring Likeness, Voice, and Image Security Act of 2025; property right; civil action; effective date.

HB 2216 creates a new property right for Oklahomans to control the use of their name, photograph, voice, or likeness in any medium. It grants individuals exclusive rights during life and allows heirs to inherit these rights for 10 years after death, with termination if not commercially used for two additional years. The bill prohibits using someone's likeness without consent for commercial purposes like advertising, fundraising, or merchandise, enabling civil lawsuits for violations. Exceptions include news reporting, commentary, satire, and incidental use, as defined in Section E of the bill. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.