Firearms; allowing concealed carry at certain location. Effective date.

SB 1690 amends Oklahoma law to allow local governments (cities, towns, counties, or state agencies) to authorize concealed handgun carry in their public buildings and office spaces used for conducting business with the public. This changes previous prohibitions by giving governing bodies the option to permit concealed carry in these locations, provided they don't override existing bans in places like courthouses, schools, or prisons. The bill specifies that authorization must be granted by the governing body and does not affect current restrictions in schools, courthouses, or other explicitly prohibited locations. It also updates language to clarify that concealed carry in the State Capitol Building remains permitted for license holders. The bill takes effect upon passage.