Oklahoma § 56-257 - Permitted uses of individual development accounts
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 56-257 — Permitted uses of individual development accounts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56-257. Permitted uses of individual development accounts
Individual development accounts may be used for any of the
following qualified purposes:
1. Qualified acquisition costs with respect to a qualified
principal residence for a qualified home buyer, or the costs of
major repairs or improvements to a qualified principal residence, if
paid directly to the persons to whom the amounts are due;
2. Amounts paid directly to a business capitalization account
which is established in a federally insured financial institution
and is restricted to use solely for qualified business
capitalization expenses consistent with a qualified plan;
3. Postsecondary educational expenses paid directly to an
eligible educational institution;
4. Amounts paid directly to an individual retirement account or
education IRA established pursuant to federal law in the name of the
IDA account holder or an immediate family member thereof; and
5. Qualified acquisition costs with respect to purchase of an
automobile, or costs of repair of an automobile, if paid directly to
a licensed automobile dealer or repair shop.
Added by Laws 1998, c. 429, § 7, eff. Nov. 1, 1998.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 56-257
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 56-257 cover?
Section 56-257 ("Permitted uses of individual development accounts") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 56-257?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 56-257" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 56-257 apply to my situation?
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