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HB 4193

State government; Procurement Protection Act of 2026; foreign adversary; banned corporations; contracting; state agencies; political subdivisions; emergency.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Chapman

Oklahoma bill bans state and local government contracting with corporations tied to foreign adversaries, restricting procurement vendor pools for national security purposes.

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Bill Summary · HB 4193

Legislative bill overview

HB 4193 prohibits Oklahoma state agencies and political subdivisions from contracting with corporations identified as being controlled by or having significant ties to foreign adversaries. The bill establishes a mechanism to designate banned corporations and applies restrictions to government procurement across the state.

Why is this important

Government procurement represents billions in annual spending, and this bill seeks to redirect that spending away from entities with foreign adversary connections, citing national security concerns. The policy reflects broader debates about supply chain vulnerability and economic security in state-level contracting decisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition clarity: The bill's terms "foreign adversary" and "controlled by" may lack precise definitions, creating ambiguity about which corporations actually qualify for bans and potential legal challenges
  • Economic impact: Restricting vendor pools could limit competition, potentially increase costs for government services, and affect businesses with legitimate operations that have minor foreign ownership
  • Implementation burden: State agencies and political subdivisions would need new compliance systems to verify vendor status, creating administrative costs and potential delays in procurement
  • Interstate commerce tensions: Such restrictions may conflict with federal commerce law or other states' procurement policies, creating legal and practical complications

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

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