On May 11, 2026, OKL LEG reported that bill was approved by the governor.
On May 6, OKL LEG passed a bill on employment benefits.
OKL LEG passed SB 1277, updates eligibility requirements for employment benefits by modifying disqualification rules on work search efforts, amends OKL LEG 40-2-417.
Bill Provisions
Requires individuals to conduct a number of weekly work search actions, at least three.
Clarifies activities such as submitting applications, interviews, participating in job fairs, training, or other employment efforts defined by Oklahoma Employment Commission.
The bill also maintains waivers for individuals on jury duty and updates statutory language to strengthen compliance and clarify expectations for benefit recipients.
Legislative History
On Feb. 2, 2026, bill was introduced in Senate; on Mar. 9, 2026, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 10, 2026, bill introduced in House; on May 5, 2026, bill passed in the House.
Effectiveness
This bill shall become effective Nov. 1, 2026.
May 2026 OKL LEG Governor Approval
On May 11, 2026, OKL LEG reported that bill was approved by the governor.
Regulators
OKL LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; Corp
Reference
Bill, SB1277, 5/11/2026; Bill, SB1277, 5/5/2026; Citation: OKL LEG 40-2-417;
