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OK SB1491

OK SB1491
Disclosure of personal information; creating the Personal Privacy Protection Act; prohibiting disclosure of certain personal information.


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Introduced
02/03/2020
In Committee
03/17/2020
Crossed Over
03/04/2020
Passed
Dead
05/29/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to disclosure of personal information; creating the Personal Privacy Protection Act; providing short title; defining terms; prohibiting certain agencies from disclosure or requiring disclosure of certain information; providing certain exemption; establishing exceptions to prohibited disclosure; authorizing civil action for certain violation; specifying permissible damages; authorizing award of costs and attorney fees; creating misdemeanor offense; providing punishment; and providing for codification.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Personal Privacy Protection Act, prohibits public agencies in Oklahoma from requiring individuals or organizations to disclose personal affiliation information, such as membership or donor records for entities organized under Section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code. It also exempts such personal affiliation information from disclosure under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. The bill provides exceptions for lawful warrants, discovery in litigation, and admission of evidence in court, but requires a showing of compelling need and a protective order. Individuals can bring civil actions for violations, with potential damages and attorney's fees, and violators may face criminal misdemeanor charges.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Withdrawn from Judiciary, Direct to Calendar (on 04/06/2020)

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