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SB 1052

Contracts; creating the Predatory Solicitation Prevention Act; prohibiting certain practice; providing for fees and fines; directing deposit of fees and fines. Effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Regina Goodwin

Oklahoma SB 1052 prohibits undefined predatory contract solicitation practices and imposes fines with revenue deposits for enforcement.

Second Reading referred to Judiciary
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Bill Summary · SB 1052

Legislative bill overview

SB 1052 creates the Predatory Solicitation Prevention Act in Oklahoma, establishing legal prohibitions against unspecified predatory solicitation practices in contracts. The bill authorizes the collection of fees and fines from violations, with revenues directed to a designated fund or account.

Why is this important

Predatory solicitation practices can harm consumers and businesses through deceptive contract terms, high-pressure sales tactics, or unfair terms of service. This legislation aims to provide legal recourse and deterrence through financial penalties, though the specific prohibited practices remain undefined in the bill's title and summary.

Potential points of contention

  • Undefined scope: The bill's title does not specify which solicitation practices are "predatory," leaving the actual regulatory scope unclear until the full text is reviewed
  • Enforcement mechanisms: The bill does not indicate which agency enforces violations or how consumers/businesses file complaints
  • Fee structure: Details about fee amounts, fine schedules, and how revenue is allocated are not specified in available information
  • Constitutional concerns: Overly broad prohibitions on contract practices could face First Amendment or due process challenges depending on implementation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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