Immigration (Citizenship & Naturalization)

SB 659, the Voter Registration Integrity Act, requires Oklahoma state agencies (like Service Oklahoma) to verify both U.S. citizenship and Oklahoma residency before providing voter registration materials. It mandates agencies to document and retain these verifications for five years, with penalties including fines up to $5,000 or 30 days in jail for staff who skip verification. The State Election Board oversees compliance and requires agencies to submit annual reports detailing adherence to the law. This bill directly affects state agencies handling voter registration and the individuals applying for registration, focusing on verifying eligibility before processing applications.