SB 1689 modifies Oklahoma's firearm carry restrictions to allow concealed carry of handguns in specific locations. It permits concealed carry in city/town-owned government buildings (if authorized by local governing bodies), school parking lots (with firearms locked in vehicles when unattended), and fairgrounds during the Oklahoma State Fair or Tulsa State Fair (with event holders allowed to permit open carry). The bill removes restrictions on carrying firearms in certain public parks, recreational areas, and vehicle parking areas owned by government entities. It does not change prohibitions against carrying firearms in courthouses, schools (except parking), or during professional sports events without permission. This bill directly affects lawful handgun license holders in Oklahoma who wish to carry concealed firearms in these newly authorized locations.
SB 1711 prohibits the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) from collecting fingerprints from firearms unless there is reasonable suspicion the firearm was used in a crime. This law directly affects the OSBI’s evidence collection practices and applies to all firearm-related investigations handled by the agency. The key provision requires officers to have reasonable suspicion before taking fingerprints, replacing previous broader authority. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2026, and would be codified under Oklahoma Statutes Title 74, Section 151.5.
SB 1804 exempts the sale of firearms and ammunition from Oklahoma's sales tax on July 3, 2026. This directly affects consumers purchasing guns, rifles, pistols, or shotguns on that specific date. The bill defines "firearm" broadly to include common weapons and creates a temporary tax holiday for these items. The exemption applies only to purchases made on July 3, 2026, as specified in the legislation.
SB 1724, the "Preserving Oklahoma Values Act of 2026," declares court decisions based partly on foreign law void if they conflict with defined "Judeo-Christian Western rights and values" (including due process, religious freedom, and marriage as defined in Oklahoma law). It also voids contracts or clauses allowing foreign law to govern disputes if that law doesn’t protect those same rights. The bill exempts religious organizations from state court oversight of internal matters (like clergy discipline) and excludes corporations that voluntarily choose foreign law. It directly affects courts, businesses with international contracts, and religious groups operating within Oklahoma.
SB 1620 allows Oklahoma counties to publish certain official notices on their websites instead of solely in print newspapers. It amends statutes to permit county commissioners to post meeting notices on official county websites and enables the State Auditor to publish audit reports online. The bill directly affects counties, county officers, and the public by expanding how government notices are disseminated. Key provisions update existing laws to include digital publication options while maintaining newspaper publication as an alternative, with no requirement to eliminate print notices.
SB 1542 amends Oklahoma's stalking laws to define stalking as a Class B6 felony when someone willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows or harasses another person, causing both a reasonable person and the victim to feel frightened or threatened. It increases penalties for repeat offenses (up to 12 years for third violations) and elevates stalking to a Class B5 felony (up to 15 years) if the perpetrator violates a restraining order, is on probation for violence, or has prior stalking convictions involving violence. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of stalking and their victims, with penalties varying based on prior offenses and protective orders. It replaces existing stalking provisions in Oklahoma Statutes Section 1173 without adding monitoring device provisions as suggested by the bill title.
SB 1853 requires Oklahoma medical examiners to include specific components in death investigations, such as reviewing medical records through state databases, conducting autopsies or toxicology tests when necessary, and adhering to 60-day case completion timelines. It mandates that medical examiners document precise details in reports when drugs are involved, classifying deaths as natural/accidental with drug involvement, homicide by drugs, suicide by overdose, or undetermined. The bill directly affects medical examiners, law enforcement, and families who request death reports, requiring them to record new medications administered within 90 days of death and properly classify suicide cases based on evidence. These changes aim to standardize reporting for drug-related deaths and improve data accuracy in medicolegal investigations.
SB 1600 creates the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency Board, consisting of five members appointed by the Governor (with specific housing finance experience requirements), the Senate President Pro Tempore, and the House Speaker. The bill establishes the board's structure, including requiring at least quarterly meetings, authorizing the election of a chair and officers, and outlining vacancy procedures. It takes effect November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill focused solely on board organization, not housing policy changes.
SB 1723, the "Oklahoma Time Taken, Time Back Act," requires courts to order additional visitation time for parents who were denied court-ordered visitation due to certain investigations (like those by the Department of Human Services or protective orders) that did not result in findings of abuse or neglect. The bill mandates that any additional time must match the type and duration of the denied visitation, occur within two years, and be scheduled at the parent’s preferred time (subject to court rules). It specifically excludes lawsuits against the Department of Human Services, preserving its immunity from liability. This law directly affects parents whose visitation rights were disrupted by non-abusive investigations.
SB 2000 increases Oklahoma's homestead property tax exemption for primary residences. It raises the exemption amount from $1,000 to $5,000 for tax years beginning in 2027 and beyond, affecting homeowners who qualify as homestead owners under state law. The bill amends Section 2889 of Oklahoma Statutes to reflect this change, maintaining the current $1,000 exemption for tax years through 2026. The increase becomes effective November 1, 2026, reducing property tax bills for qualifying homeowners starting in 2027. This is a direct policy change to property tax relief for residential property owners.
SB 2079, the "Flat Budget Act," prohibits Oklahoma state agencies from receiving more funding in fiscal year 2027 than they received in fiscal year 2026. It requires the State Treasurer to transfer any excess funds from agencies exceeding this cap into the General Revenue Fund for FY2027. The law applies directly to all state agencies receiving appropriated funds and takes effect July 1, 2026. This creates a strict funding freeze for most agencies, with no increase allowed unless specifically authorized by law.
SB 1649 prohibits Oklahoma's Medicaid program (administered by the Oklahoma Health Care Authority) from requiring healthcare providers to disclose whether they perform, refer for, or are affiliated with abortion services. This applies specifically to contracting, Medicaid payment, and credentialing processes. The bill directly affects Medicaid providers who previously might have faced such disclosure demands as a condition of participation. It mandates the Authority to create implementing rules and declares an emergency for immediate effect.
