SB 1938 Oklahoma Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Vaccines; creating the Oklahoma DNA/RNA-Based Vaccine Safety and Sovereignty Act; providing certain civil and criminal penalties. Effective date.

SB 1938, the Oklahoma DNA/RNA-Based Vaccine Safety and Sovereignty Act, prohibits the use, sale, and distribution of DNA/RNA-based vaccines (including mRNA vaccines) for humans, animals, and agricultural products within Oklahoma, even during emergencies. It imposes civil penalties of $50,000 per violation for unauthorized administration and criminal penalties of up to $250,000 and 10 years in prison for intentional violations. Affected individuals can file private lawsuits for damages, and whistleblowers reporting violations may receive up to 30% of collected fines. The law, effective November 1, 2026, applies to all entities operating in Oklahoma, including healthcare providers and manufacturers.
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Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Feb 3, 2026
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