HB 3735 names the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill is procedural, establishing the act's name and effective date without creating new regulations or policy changes. It explicitly states the act will not be codified (added to Oklahoma's official law code). This bill affects administrative processes for future professions and occupations legislation but does not alter current licensing or practice requirements.
HB 3841 amends Oklahoma's Local Development Act to update definitions and procedures for tax revenue sharing in designated development areas. It requires supermajority approval from taxing jurisdictions for certain tax-related decisions, mandates economic impact statements for projects, and sets new rules for review committees (including annual meetings and prohibiting acceptance of things of value). The bill directly affects local governments (cities, towns, counties) and developers working in designated areas like historic preservation zones, enterprise zones, or redevelopment districts. Key changes include clarifying terms like "apportionment" and "increment," tightening oversight of how tax revenue is allocated, and standardizing project approval processes.
HB 3865 allows Oklahoma residents to enter state parks for free by presenting proof of residency, such as a driver's license. This policy change directly affects all Oklahoma residents who visit state parks, removing the current entry fee requirement for them. The bill amends Oklahoma Statutes to codify this free access provision, effective November 1, 2026. It does not alter park operations, funding, or fees for non-residents.
HB 3725, the Oklahoma Workforce Protection Act, requires most Oklahoma employers to verify the immigration status of new hires using an electronic system like federal E-Verify. It applies to businesses with employees (excluding independent contractors, returning seasonal workers within 12 months of original verification, and non-employees) and mandates compliance within 90 days for large employers (50+ staff) or 180 days for smaller businesses after a state online portal is launched. Employers who fail to comply face fines of $100-$500 per violation, with higher penalties for repeated offenses, though fines are waived if systems are implemented within the grace periods. The Oklahoma Department of Labor must create an online portal for employer resources and publish annual reports on compliance rates and enforcement actions.
This bill establishes the Oklahoma Long-Term Care Modernization Act of 2026, which serves as a formal title for future legislation related to long-term care services in the state. The measure does not create new policies or regulations but instead sets a framework for organizing subsequent long-term care reforms. It will take effect on November 1, 2026, and applies to the state's long-term care system and related stakeholders. The bill is currently in its early stages of review and has not yet been assigned to a specific committee for detailed consideration.
This bill establishes the Transportation Modernization Act of 2026 as a new legal framework for future transportation-related legislation in Oklahoma. It does not create any specific transportation programs or funding changes but instead sets the stage for future laws by giving the act a formal name and citation. The bill becomes effective on November 1, 2026, and is currently in its early legislative stages with no substantive policy provisions beyond its naming and effective date.
HB 3897 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Health Care Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or provisions, as it is solely a naming act for future legislation. The bill does not directly affect any individuals or entities, as it only establishes a title and effective date without describing any healthcare reforms. This is a standard procedural step to formalize the name of an anticipated bill.
HB 3635 is a procedural bill that names itself the "Oklahoma Mental Health Reform Act of 2026" and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. It does not describe any substantive policy changes or provisions. The bill was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to the Rules committee. As a naming and effective date bill, it has no direct policy impact at this stage.
HB 3613, titled the "Oklahoma Higher Education Reform Act of 2026," establishes the name of the legislation and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill text provided does not describe any substantive policy changes, mechanisms, or affected parties. No specific provisions, funding measures, or reforms to higher education systems are detailed in the available text. This appears to be a procedural bill naming the act and setting an effective date, with no concrete policy content included in the provided bill summary.
HB 3614 names the "Oklahoma Higher Education Reform Act of 2026" and specifies it will take effect on November 1, 2026. It does not create new policies or change existing laws, as it explicitly states the act will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill serves only as a procedural designation for future higher education legislation. This is a naming and timing measure with no direct policy impact or affected parties.
HB 3828 is a procedural bill that formally names the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It specifies the act will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. This bill does not change any existing regulations or affect specific professions or occupations, as it solely establishes the act's title and effective date. It is a routine administrative measure to organize future legislative references.
HB 3604 is a procedural bill that creates a temporary name for future criminal procedure rules in Oklahoma, titled the "Oklahoma Criminal Procedure Act of 2026." It specifies that this act will not be codified into Oklahoma Statutes and will take effect on November 1, 2026. The bill does not change existing criminal procedures or affect any specific groups; it only establishes a reference name for administrative purposes. This is a routine procedural step with no substantive policy changes.
