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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3842: State government; Legislative Transparency, Accountability, and Open Meetings Act of 2026; open meetings; nondisclosure agreements; reports; effective date; emergency.

HB 3842 requires all Oklahoma legislative meetings - including committees, task forces, and joint bodies - to follow open meeting laws, mandating advance public notice, posted agendas, public observation, and online minutes within seven days. It requires legislators to file a "Lobbyist Impact Statement" within five days if they received campaign contributions, gifts, or financial benefits from a lobbyist related to a bill they sponsor, detailing the connection and posting it publicly. The bill also forces legislators to disclose any nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) they sign within five business days, identifying the requesting entity and subject matter, and prohibits NDAs from restricting legislative communication or voting. Violations of these disclosure requirements carry fines of $1,000 and may result in removal from committee assignments.
Tom Gann (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3991: Public Utilities; creating the Utilities Modernization Act of 2026; effective date.

HB 3991 is a procedural bill that names the "Utilities Modernization Act of 2026" but contains no substantive policy provisions. It establishes the bill's title and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, without describing any new requirements, regulations, or changes to utility operations. The bill text provided is limited to naming the act and setting its effective date, with no mechanisms or provisions detailed. As introduced, it does not directly affect utilities, consumers, or regulators through policy changes. This appears to be a naming resolution for future legislation, not a bill with operational content.
Trey Caldwell (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3180: Firearms; deleting firearm safety and training course requirement for handgun permits; effective date.

HB 3180 removes the requirement for applicants to complete a firearms safety and training course to obtain a handgun permit in Oklahoma. This change directly affects all individuals applying for a handgun permit by eliminating the need to submit proof of training completion. The bill amends Oklahoma statutes by deleting specific provisions in Sections 1290.9 and 1290.12 that previously mandated the training course and documentation. As a result, the application process for handgun permits is simplified without this step.
Nick Archer (R) Casey Murdock (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3381: District attorneys; directing district attorneys to submit certain quarterly report; codification; effective date.

HB 3381 requires Oklahoma district attorneys to include "vulnerable adults" in their existing quarterly reports about juvenile cases. This amendment expands the current reporting requirement, which previously only covered juveniles, to now also include vulnerable adults. The bill modifies the existing law to mandate this updated reporting format. The change affects all district attorneys across Oklahoma who currently submit these quarterly reports. The bill is currently referred to the Criminal Judiciary committee for further consideration.
Trish Ranson (D)
in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3077: Schools; Education Reform Act of 2026; effective date.

HB 3077 amends Oklahoma's Higher Learning Access Program to provide state funding covering 100% of resident tuition and 50% of fees for eligible students at public colleges, private accredited Oklahoma colleges, and career training programs. It adds a five-year limit on program benefits (starting from first enrollment), excludes remedial noncredit courses, and prioritizes continuing students over new applicants for funding. The bill also requires the State Regents to establish maximum course limits and consider other financial aid when awarding benefits, effective July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for tuition/fees at public/private colleges, increasing public education budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides 100% tuition coverage and 50% fee funding for eligible students at public/private Oklahoma colleges, expanding higher education access and reducing financial barriers.95% confidence
Dell Kerbs (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1541: Tort liability; prohibiting liability of off-road motorcycle entities for injury caused by certain activities. Effective date.

This bill limits legal liability for off-road motorcycle businesses and organizers. It prevents them from being sued for injuries caused by inherent risks of off-road activities (like falls or collisions on trails) when they follow industry safety standards. However, they remain liable if they intentionally caused harm or acted with reckless disregard for safety. Employees covered by workers' compensation are also excluded from this protection.
Darcy Jech (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1707: Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation; prohibiting certain testing of firearms. Effective date.

SB 1707 prohibits the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) from conducting ballistic testing on firearms unless there is reasonable suspicion the firearm was used in a crime. This law directly affects the OSBI's evidence-handling procedures and limits testing to cases tied to active criminal investigations. The key provision requires that any firearm testing must be connected to a specific crime, preventing general or routine testing without probable cause. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill requires reasonable suspicion for firearm testing, aligning with civil rights protections and limiting unwarranted evidence handling per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence
Shane Jett (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1605: Torts; abrogating liability for owners of private property for dirtbike use on private property. Effective date.

SB 1605 limits liability for property owners who allow dirtbike use on their private land. It states that participants (renters or users of dirtbikes) assume the inherent risks of dirtbike riding - such as surface changes, collisions, or remote location injuries - and cannot sue property owners for related injuries or deaths. The bill excludes liability protection for cases involving intentional harm, gross negligence, unsafe equipment, or failure to exercise reasonable care. This law takes effect November 1, 2026, and applies to all private property owners hosting dirtbike activities.
Avery Frix (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1610: Transportation; creating the Oklahoma Work Zone Safety and Contractor Protection Act. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1610 creates the Oklahoma Work Zone Safety and Contractor Protection Act to enhance safety for road workers and contractors. It grants immunity from liability to contractors who follow federal traffic control standards (MUTCD) during work zones, protecting them from lawsuits when crashes are caused by third-party drivers. The bill also establishes a Work Zone Safety Revolving Fund to support safety initiatives and updates definitions in Oklahoma law to clarify which workers qualify for protection. These changes directly affect road construction contractors, state transportation workers, and drivers operating in work zones. The law aims to balance worker safety, automated enforcement use, and fair liability standards without advocating for specific outcomes.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill enhances road worker safety via contractor liability immunity for MUTCD compliance and creates a safety fund, directly improving workplace safety standards.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnhances work zone safety for road workers, grants contractor immunity under federal standards, and creates a safety fund for transportation infrastructure.95% confidence
Avery Frix (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1650: Long-term care; requiring assisted living centers to post certain assisted living center bill of rights. Effective date.

SB 1650 requires all assisted living centers in Oklahoma to prominently display a "bill of rights" specific to the center and its staff. This bill of rights outlines 12 key provisions, including the center's right to be treated with respect, to terminate resident contracts under defined conditions (like health or safety risks), and to file grievances without fear of retaliation. The law applies to all assisted living facilities under Oklahoma’s Continuum of Care Act and takes effect on November 1, 2026. It focuses on clarifying operational rights for facilities, not altering resident protections.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates assisted living centers to display resident rights bill, protecting patient rights within long-term care facilities as part of healthcare services.95% confidence
Mark Mann (D) Josh Cantrell (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1498: Labor; prohibiting certain hiring practices; permitting certain policies during the hiring process; providing exceptions to applicability of provisions. Effective date.

SB 1498 prohibits Oklahoma employers (both public and private) from asking about an applicant's criminal history or obtaining criminal record information before making a conditional job offer. Employers may only ask about criminal convictions that would legally disqualify someone for a specific job under federal, state, or local law. The law does not apply to "sensitive positions" (like school staff, law enforcement, or roles involving vulnerable adults) or jobs where law requires criminal record checks. It takes effect November 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves pre-employment criminal history barriers, advancing reentry reform to reduce recidivism and improve post-incarceration employment opportunities.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits pre-offer criminal history inquiries, reducing employment barriers and protecting applicants' rights under fair hiring practices.95% confidence
Nikki Nice (D)
in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1520: State government; requiring that the Governor's salary be the highest salary set by certain Commission. Effective date.

SB 1520 requires Oklahoma's Statewide Official Compensation Commission to set the Governor's salary as the highest among nine specific state officials (including Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and others) for any term starting after the Commission sets the salary. The Commission must set all these salaries annually but cannot set any official's pay above the Governor's, and all salary recommendations require legislative approval via joint resolution. This bill directly affects the compensation of those nine elected state officials by establishing a mandatory pay hierarchy and adding legislative oversight. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2026.
Julie McIntosh (R) Rick West (R)
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