Service Animal Protection Bill Becomes Law

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Bill 1178 became law after Rep. Marilyn Stark, R-Bethany, successfully led an override of the governor’s veto. The bill strengthens Oklahoma’s laws regarding service animals, ensuring greater protection for individuals with disabilities.The new law clarifies that only animals trained to perform tasks for individuals with disabilities qualify as service animals...

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