Fifth Circuit Grants Stay of Injunction Blocking the Anti-ESG “Boycott Law” - Latham & Watkins LLP
The Fifth Circuit granted a stay of the injunction that had blocked Oklahoma's anti-ESG 'boycott law,' which prohibits state contracts with companies that boycott fossil fuels. This means the law is now in effect while litigation continues.
Aforeworn detected this change in the ESG & Climate Disclosure space on July 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Public companies, large private filers, sustainability consultants, and EU-market exporters that do business with Oklahoma state entities or have ESG policies that could be seen as boycotting fossil fuels. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately, as the law is now in effect. Companies seeking new or renewed state contracts must comply before bidding.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors ESG & Climate Disclosure continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
The stay reinstates Oklahoma's anti-ESG law, requiring companies to certify they do not boycott fossil fuels to qualify for state contracts.
Who it affects
Public companies, large private filers, sustainability consultants, and EU-market exporters that do business with Oklahoma state entities or have ESG policies that could be seen as boycotting fossil fuels.
What you must do
Review current ESG policies and investment practices to ensure compliance with Oklahoma's anti-boycott provisions. Determine if any existing or planned ESG initiatives could be interpreted as boycotting fossil fuels.
Deadline
Immediately, as the law is now in effect. Companies seeking new or renewed state contracts must comply before bidding.
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