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The launch of Guardian 2.0, the state’s next-generation campaign finance & public reporting system, is now live in Beta, allowing filers to access the system and enter contributions and expenditures as they prepare their required campaign finance reports. 

 

The Commission understands the recent delays have created uncertainty for filers and information-seekers. During this short transition period:

  • No filer will be penalized due to system unavailability. Reporting periods may be extended as needed, and late fees tied to system issues will be broadly waived.
  • 2026 Renewal Registrations for Lobbyist and Liaison are not active at this time.
  • Commission staff will work directly with filers to ensure no one is unfairly affected.

Running for local office? New statewide filing processes start Nov. 1.

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Starting Nov. 1, 2025, candidates and officials for counties, municipalities, school boards and technology centers must register with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission.  You’ll file campaign finance reports and personal financial disclosures through our easy online system.

 

Guardian 2.0 has not yet integrated the Political Subdivisions (i.e., Local Campaigns for counties, municipalities, school boards and technology centers).  With the delay in integration, Committees can file certain hard copy forms with the Ethics Commission (i.e., Statement of Ogranization), if necessary. Once Guardian 2.0 is available for Poliitical Subdivisions all Committees will need to register and file all reports in the online system.

Need to Knows

If your campaign raises or spends more than $1,000 — including your own funds — or if you are elected to office, you must register and file with the Ethics Commission.

Starting Nov. 1, 2025, all local candidates and officials will file campaign finance reports and disclosures with the Ethics Commission instead of local clerks or election boards.

The new process takes effect Nov. 1, 2025. Until then, you should continue filing with your current local office.

Guardian 2.0 has not yet integrated the Political Subdivisions (i.e., Local Campaigns).  With the delay in integration, Committees can file certain hard copy forms with the Ethics Commission (i.e., Statement of Ogranization), if necessary. Once Guardian 2.0 is available for Poliitical Subdivisions all Committees will need to register and file all reports in the online system.

You’ll file online using Guardian at guardian.ok.gov. The current Guardian system remains in place until October 2025. Guardian 2.0 — the state’s next-generation filing system — will guide you through filing campaign finance reports and personal financial disclosures step by step. 

Filing with the Ethics Commission keeps elections transparent and ensures the public can access campaign finance information. The new process also helps prevent candidates from facing fines if they don’t file correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Starting Nov. 1, 2025, candidates and officials for counties, municipalities, school boards and technology centers will file campaign finance reports and personal financial disclosures with the Ethics Commission instead of local clerks or election boards.

These rules apply to municipalities with more than 10,000 people and a general fund budget over $10 million, as well as to all counties, school boards and tech centers. Until Nov. 1, continue filing in the same place you do today.

The effective date is Nov. 1, 2025. Before that date, you should continue filing as you do now with your current local office.

You file online using the Guardian system. Guardian 2.0 — the state’s next-generation filing system — launches in October 2025. It will make reporting easier by guiding you step by step and sending deadline reminders. 

You must register and file if you raise or spend more than $1,000 on a campaign, including your own money. All elected officials must also register and file personal financial disclosures.

The $1,000 threshold includes all campaign activity — personal funds you spend, loans, contributions and in-kind support.

Reports are due quarterly in non-election years and more frequently during election years. You must also file a Statement of Organization within 10 days of crossing the $1,000 threshold and 24-hour reports if you receive large contributions in the two weeks before an election.

Newly elected officers must file a personal financial disclosure within 30 days of assuming office. After that, PFDs are due each year between Jan. 1 and May 15.  Visit our Guides page for more resources.

Yes. Filings are public records and must be retained for at least four years. Making these filings available strengthens transparency and accountability in local elections.

The Ethics Commission’s compliance officers are available to answer questions and guide you through the process. Contact ethics@ethics.ok.gov or 405-521-3451.

Last Modified on Nov 12, 2025