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SB 1115

Nuisances; prohibiting certain acts from being deemed public nuisance; clarifying applicable remedies in certain civil actions. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Julie Daniels and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1115 restricts what Oklahoma classifies as public nuisance and specifies which legal remedies apply to civil nuisance claims.

Referred to Civil Judiciary
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Bill Summary · SB 1115

Legislative bill overview

SB 1115 modifies Oklahoma's public nuisance law by prohibiting certain acts from being classified as public nuisances and clarifies which legal remedies apply in civil nuisance cases. The bill narrows the scope of what can be prosecuted as a public nuisance while establishing clearer procedural rules for civil litigation involving nuisance claims.

Why is this important

Public nuisance laws have historically been used broadly to address everything from environmental hazards to social conduct, sometimes creating legal uncertainty about what qualifies. This bill's restrictions could protect specific industries or activities from nuisance litigation while potentially limiting citizens' ability to seek remedies for harmful conduct in their communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of prohibited acts: The bill doesn't publicly specify which acts are excluded from nuisance classification, making it unclear which industries or activities receive protection and raising transparency concerns
  • Access to remedies: Clarifying remedies could either streamline justice or restrict injured parties' legal options depending on how restrictions are written
  • Industry protection vs. public health: Narrowing nuisance law may benefit certain economic sectors but could shield harmful practices from legal accountability if the exclusions are too broad

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

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