The Oklahoma Ethics Commission voted to allow legislators to use campaign money to cover personal security costs, a move that was prompted by the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband in their home.

The four commissioners unanimously voted to approve the proposal Thursday, Aug. 14. Campaign funds can cover "reasonable expenses for safety and security," such as security camera systems, motion detectors, cybersecurity software and monitoring services. Candidates cannot use campaign money to hire a security guard or security detail, purchase weapons or install complex, high-end equipment.

Senate Pro Tempore Lonnie Paxton and House Speaker Kyle Hilbert as well as House Minority Leader Cyndi Munson and Senate Minority Leader Julia Kirt brought the issue to the commission's attenti

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