Req. No. 1306 Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 STATE OF OKLAHOMA 1st Session of the 60th Legislature (2025) SENATE BILL 571 By: Deevers AS INTRODUCED An Act relating to unconstitutional actions in Oklahoma; creating the Ethan Haim Act; providing short title; providing legislative inten t; defining terms; providing for unlawful action; specifying violations; providing for certain penalties; allowing certain damages and relief; prohibiting certain contracts and actions; authorizing certain entities with powers; providing for certain discla imer; stating severability; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA: SECTION 1. NEW LAW A new section of law not to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes reads as follows: This act shall be known and may be cited as the “Ethan Haim Act”. SECTION 2. NEW LAW A new section of law not to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes r eads as follows: The Legislature finds that: Req. No. 1306 Page 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1. The Tenth Amendment to the Un ited States Constitution reserves to the states and the people all powers not delegated to the federal government ; 2. The federal executive branch has expanded far beyond its constitutional boundaries, with numerous agencies assuming powers and responsibilities not granted by the United States Constitution; 3. This expansion has infringed on the rights of states and their citizens, undermining federalism and Oklahoma’s sovereign ty; 4. The United States Constitution guarantees inalienable rights, including those enumerated in the First, Second, and Fourth Amendments, as well as protections of individual autonomy in matters such as medical freedom ; 5. Whistleblowers play a critic al role in exposing illegal, unethical, or unconstitutional actions and must be protected from retaliation or prosecution ; and 6. Any actions by federal agents or entities that infringe upon these rights or exceed the federal government’s enumerated power s are unconstitutional and an affront to the liberty of Oklahoma residents. It is the intent of this act to establish penalties, including deportation, to deter unconstitutional actions, protect whistleblowers, and affirm Oklahoma’s responsibility to defen d its citizens’ rights and sovereignty. Req. No. 1306 Page 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 SECTION 3. NEW LAW A new section of law to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes as Section 13000 of Title 74, unless there is created a duplication in numbering, reads as follows: For purposes of this act: 1. “Agent” refers to any representative, employee, or contractor of a federal agency ; 2. “Entity” includes federal agencies, organizations, or other bodies acting under federal authority ; 3. “Unconstitutional action” means: a. any activity, investigation, enforcement, or operation that infringes upon rights guaranteed under the United States Constitution or the Oklahoma Constitution , or b. any action usurping powers not expressly granted to the federal government under the United States Constitution; and 4. “Whistleblower” refers to any individual who, in good faith , reports or discloses illegal, unconstitutional, or unethical actions within federal or state agencies. SECTION 4. NEW LAW A new section of law to be cod ified in the Oklahoma Statutes as Section 13001 of Title 74, unless there is created a duplication in numbering, reads as follows: A. It shall be unlawful for any agent or entity to engage in activities that violate the constitutional rights of Oklahoma residents while operating within the state. Req. No. 1306 Page 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 B. Specific violations include, bu t are not limited to: 1. Actions infringing upon freedom of speech, religion, or the press; 2. Seizure or restriction of firearms not supported by constitutional authority ; 3. Search and seizure actions without probable cause or due process; 4. Coercion or retaliation against individuals for protected expressions or lawful decisions ; and 5. Prosecution, intimidation, or retaliation against whistleblowers who expose illegal or unconstitutional actions. C. Any federal agent found guilty of engaging in unconstitutional actions within Oklahoma shall be ordered to leave the state immediately and shall be prohibited from returning to the state for a minimum of one (1) year, shall b e subject to civil liability for damages caused by his or her unconstitutional actions, and shall be fined Thirty-five Thousand Dollars ($35,000.00) per day of violation. D. Any entity operating in violation of this act shall cease all operations within t he state and remove all representatives, employees, or agents within thirty (3 0) days of a court order, shall be prohibited from re -establishing operations within Oklahoma for a minimum of one (1) year, shall be subject to civil liability for Req. No. 1306 Page 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 damages caused by their unconstitutional actions, and shall be fin ed Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) per day of violation. E. Oklahoma residents harmed by unconstitutional actions may bring civil suits against individuals, agents, or entities. Civil suits may seek compensatory and punitive damages, as well as injunctive relief. F. Any individual or entity deported under this act shall be barred from entering into contracts or enforcement actions within the state during the prohibition period. G. The Attorney General is authorized to investigate, prosecute, and enforce penalties, including deportation, for violations of this act. District attorneys shall have concurrent jurisdiction with the Attorney General to prosecute violations of this act and petitio n for deportation. Upon a finding of guilt, the court may order the immediate deportation of the individual or entity from Oklahoma for a period of time sufficient to prevent further violations. Local law enforcement agencies may detain individuals suspected of unconstitutional actions until adjudication or deportation. H. This act does not apply to actions explicitly authorized by the United States Constitution and adjudicated as lawful by the Oklahoma Supreme Court or the United States Supreme Court. I. If any provision of this act is found to be unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect. Req. No. 1306 Page 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 SECTION 5. This act shall become effective July 1, 2025. SECTION 6. It being immediately necessary for the p reservation of the public peace, health or safety, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, by reason whereof this act shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage and approval. 60-1-1306 BG 1/13/2025 5:44:26 PM