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HB 4113

Voting access; modifying qualifications for convicted felons; effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Rader and 1 co-sponsor

HB 4113 modifies voting eligibility for Oklahoma residents with felony convictions, currently in committee review without specific amendment details publicly available.

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Bill Summary · HB 4113

Legislative bill overview

HB 4113 modifies voting eligibility requirements for individuals with felony convictions in Oklahoma. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having just completed first reading and been referred to committee. The specific modifications to qualifications are not detailed in the available action records.

Why is this important

Voting rights for formerly incarcerated individuals is a significant policy question affecting thousands of Oklahomans and touching on constitutional, criminal justice, and democratic representation issues. Changes to felony voting restrictions can substantially expand or contract the electorate and reflect broader views on rehabilitation and civic participation.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether convicted felons should regain voting rights immediately upon release, after probation completion, or remain permanently disenfranchised
  • The distinction between different types of felonies and whether certain crimes warrant permanent voting bans
  • Fiscal and administrative costs of implementing eligibility changes versus potential benefits to civic reintegration

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

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