Legislature; creating the Prohibiting Corruption in the Legislature Act. Effective date.

SB 1783, the "Prohibiting Corruption in the Legislature Act of 2026," prevents Oklahoma legislators from serving on any committee if they have a close family member (within three degrees of relation, like parents, siblings, or children) working for a state or local government agency they oversee. The law specifically bars legislators from committee roles - such as member, vice chair, or chair - if their family member is employed by, appointed to, or contracted by a state entity with oversight over that agency. Violating this rule is considered corruption and results in removal from office. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026, and codifies these restrictions in Oklahoma Statutes.