Proposition for a Sales Tax Increase in Oklahoma County
Unofficial result: Failed
Source: results.okelections.gov
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
My vote power: High
What does this measure do?
Adds a 0.40% Oklahoma County sales tax for 25 years to build and run detention, diversion, and mental health facilities and programs. Shoppers would pay 40 cents more per $100 of taxable purchases.
Proposed by: Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners (Resolution 2026-3395)
The county's elected board of commissioners. At its Aug. 12, 2026 meeting it took up Resolution 2026-3395, which calls the vote on the sales tax.
Source: oklahomacounty.legistar.com
A YES vote means
Oklahoma County adds a 0.40% sales tax from April 2027 through March 2052 for detention, diversion, and mental health needs. Shoppers pay 40 cents more per $100 of taxable purchases.
A NO vote means
The new 0.40% county sales tax does not take effect. The county would need other funds for the listed detention, diversion, and mental health needs.