Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma Senate Bill SB647

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

Enforcement of county regulations; modifying procedures for enforcement of certain code violations; establishing procedural requirements for certain citations. Effective date.

Impact

The implementation of SB647 is expected to streamline the enforcement processes within county jurisdictions. By clarifying the procedures for issuing citations and handling code violations, this bill could lead to more uniform enforcement practices across various counties. This uniformity is seen as beneficial as it allows for greater consistency in how local regulations are applied, potentially resulting in improved compliance rates and a reduction in disputes over enforcement actions.

Summary

SB647 focuses on enhancing the enforcement of county regulations regarding code violations. The bill outlines new procedural requirements for how certain citations related to code violations should be issued and enforced. The intent behind SB647 is to provide counties with clearer guidelines for managing code compliance, thereby improving the enforcement processes that are currently in place. By establishing standardized procedures, the bill aims to facilitate more effective oversight and enforcement of county codes.

Contention

While many view the bill as a positive step towards more efficient local governance, there are concerns among some stakeholders about the potential for increased penalties stemming from stricter enforcement measures. Critics argue that the new enforcement framework may disproportionately impact residents in lower-income areas, where technicalities in code compliance can lead to harsher penalties or more aggressive enforcement actions. The discussion surrounding SB647 has included debates over whether it provides adequate protections for residents who may be inadvertently caught up in code violations due to circumstances beyond their control.

Companion Bills

OK SB647

Carry Over Enforcement of county regulations; modifying procedures for enforcement of certain code violations; establishing procedural requirements for certain citations. Effective date.

Previously Filed As

OK SB647

Enforcement of county regulations; modifying procedures for enforcement of certain code violations; establishing procedural requirements for certain citations. Effective date.

OK SB761

Public meetings; modifying certain requirements and procedures under the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act. Effective date.

OK SB318

Sale tax; modifying certain procedure to claim exemption. Effective date.

OK SB597

State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision; modifying qualifications for membership; modifying certain procedures for disciplinary action; establishing Anesthesiologist Assistants Advisory Committee. Effective date.

OK HB2038

Cities and towns; Municipal Code Lien Enforcement Act of 2023; municipal code violations; municipal lien foreclosures; effective date.

OK SB85

Child support; modifying certain procedures for modification of child support orders. Effective date.

OK SB952

Counties and county officers; modifying county surplus and disposal procedures. Effective date.

OK SB730

Censorship of social media; creating cause of action for deletion or censorship of certain speech, establishing procedures for certain actions. Effective date.

OK SB697

Contracts; creating the Uniform Restrictive Employment Agreement Act; establishing requirements and procedures for certain agreements. Effective date.

OK SB700

Elections; adding information to be included in certain form; increasing time period for filing certain petition; modifying certain complaint procedures. Effective date.

Similar Bills

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