Oklahoma Legislature Introduces Bitcoin Payment Bill

Oklahoma lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 2064, a proposal that would allow state employees, private businesses, and individuals to accept and make payments in Bitcoin under defined conditions. The bill was introduced on January 15 and is currently under consideration in committee.

The text of the bill authorizes persons to negotiate and receive payment in Bitcoin. Additionally, it directs the State Treasurer to solicit proposals from payment processors capable of handling compensation structures based on Bitcoin.

If enacted, the measure would create a legal framework for Bitcoin transactions within state government payroll and vendor contracts.

Bitcoin as a Recognized Form of Compensation

In practical terms, the bill would grant public sector employees, and eventually private sector participants, the option to receive earnings or invoices in Bitcoin.

Moreover, it would require the state treasurer to develop procedures and contractual mechanisms for secure Bitcoin payments. Reflecting a structural shift toward accommodating digital assets in public finance.

Unlike prior proposals focused solely on investment or reserve holdings, such as strategic Bitcoin reserve bills seen in other states, SB 2064 centers on transactional utility.

This indicates an evolving view of Bitcoin’s role beyond store-of-value arguments. Therefore, including direct participation in economic activity at the state governance level.

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Oklahoma’s Bitcoin Legislation in a Broader Context

Oklahoma has been a noteworthy state in digital asset legislation over recent years. Indeed, Senate Bill 325, introduced in the 2025 session, proposed allowing employees and vendors to opt into Bitcoin compensation.

In a broader context, the introduction of SB 2064 can be seen as a continuation of this broader legislative trend toward digital asset inclusion. The Oklahoma Legislature is now exploring real-world transactional pathways.

Furthermore, Oklahoma’s initiative underscores a state-level regulatory environment that’s gradually receptive to blockchain technology. If passed, the bill would complement laws that already clarify digital asset protections in areas such as mining, custody rights, and tax treatment.

Taken together, these legislative efforts signal a shift in how states view the role of digital assets in both private economic activity and public financial operations.