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SB 1535

Personal Privacy Protection Act; adding certain exceptions to authorize disclosure of personal affiliation information. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Haste

Oklahoma bill creates exceptions allowing disclosure of personal affiliation information in unspecified circumstances, potentially affecting privacy protections for organizational memberships.

Second Reading referred to Judiciary
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Bill Summary · SB 1535

Legislative bill overview

SB 1535 modifies Oklahoma's personal privacy protections by creating new exceptions that allow disclosure of "personal affiliation information" in specified circumstances. The bill adds carve-outs to existing privacy law, defining conditions under which previously protected information about individuals' affiliations can be shared with third parties.

Why is this important

Personal affiliation information—such as membership in organizations, political groups, religious bodies, or associations—is considered sensitive data that many view as essential to privacy rights. This bill directly affects what information about citizens' associations can be legally disclosed, potentially impacting privacy expectations for Oklahomans across religious, political, and civic organizations.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of exceptions unclear: The bill's text doesn't specify which affiliations qualify or what circumstances trigger disclosure, leaving the practical impact undefined
  • Free association concerns: Privacy advocates may argue that allowing disclosure of affiliation data chills free association and creates risks for individuals in sensitive groups
  • Lack of transparency details: No apparent requirements for notification when such information is disclosed or limitations on how it can be used once shared

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

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