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signed · Oklahoma · House May 11, 2026

HB 2951: Prisons and reformatories; authorizing the transport of inmate to certain facility; repealer; effective date.

HB 2951 updates Oklahoma law governing the transfer of sentenced inmates from county facilities to state correctional centers. It requires sheriffs or detention centers to transport individuals sentenced to prison (not county jail) to specific state facilities like the Lexington Assessment and Reception Center or Mabel Bassett Correctional Center, along with required documents including court records, medical information, and presentence reports. The bill also establishes reimbursement for sheriffs' transport costs (capped at $30/hour) and mandates quarterly reporting to legislative committees. These changes directly affect county law enforcement agencies, inmates being transferred, and the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.
Spencer Kern (R) David Hardin (R)
signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 11, 2026

SB 1314: Groundwater use; increasing cap of certain fund related to commercial drilling and plugging. Effective date.

SB 1314 increases the maximum balance of the Well Drillers and Pump Installers Remedial Action Indemnity Fund from $50,000 to $100,000 and raises the allowable expenditure per well or borehole from $10,000 to $25,000. This bill directly affects commercial well drillers and pump installers in Oklahoma, who pay annual fees that fund the account. The increased limits allow the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to cover more extensive remedial actions needed to protect groundwater from non-compliant or abandoned wells. The fund remains dedicated solely to groundwater protection, with no changes to licensing requirements or enforcement procedures.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases groundwater remediation fund limits ($50k→$100k cap, $10k→$25k/well) to cover more extensive protection against non-compliant drilling, directly advancing environmental protection of water resources.95% confidence
Carl Newton (R) Darcy Jech (R)
signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 2112: Open pasture roads; modifying designation of open pasture roads. Effective date.

SB 2112 establishes rules for designating county-maintained roads as "open pasture roads" if they meet specific criteria: cattle guards at access points, single ownership on both sides of the road, and no fencing. Property owners must apply to county commissioners by November 1, 2025, to designate eligible roads, with annual renewal required to maintain the status. Once designated, property owners and livestock owners are not liable for damages from vehicle collisions with livestock on these roads - drivers must pay for damages instead. The law applies only to roads meeting all criteria by the 2025 deadline and takes effect November 1, 2026.
Casey Murdock (R) Rande Worthen (R)
signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 1966: Memorial highway and bridge designations; designating various memorial roads and bridges. Effective date.

This bill names a specific bridge on U.S. Highway 70 over Winters Creek (approximately 3 miles northeast of Bennington in Bryan County) as the "Clyde and Grace Cook Memorial Bridge." It requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to install permanent markers with this name on the bridge. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.
Darcy Jech (R) Ronny Johns (R)
signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 2170: Child custody; requiring supervised visitation for persons accused of sexual abuse of a child. Effective date.

SB 2170 requires courts to mandate supervised visitation between a child and any parent accused of sexual abuse of that child, directly affecting children in custody cases and the accused parent. The bill establishes the "Oklahoma Child Supervised Visitation Program," requiring background checks (including national criminal history within one year) for volunteers and prohibiting untrained individuals from overseeing visits. It mandates protocols ensuring volunteers can monitor all interactions and includes safety measures like time logs and court-approved settings if a parent shows violent behavior. The law applies to all Oklahoma courts and aims to prioritize child safety during custody proceedings involving abuse allegations.
Casey Murdock (R) Rande Worthen (R)
signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 201: Schools; modifying minimum salary schedule for certain certified personnel. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 201 establishes a mandatory minimum salary schedule for Oklahoma public school teachers beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. It sets specific annual salary floors based on years of experience and education level (e.g., $50,000 for a bachelor's degree with 0 experience), requiring school districts to meet these amounts through salary or fringe benefits. The bill defines "fringe benefits" to include retirement contributions (excluding certain state-mandated portions) and mandates written notice to teachers if districts propose salaries below the minimum. It also standardizes how teaching experience (including out-of-state, military, or Department of Defense service) is counted for salary increments, while prohibiting credit for more than five years of such experience.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates school districts to allocate funds toward teacher salary floors, increasing government spending on public education through budget reallocation.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates minimum teacher salaries with specific floors, directly supporting educator compensation and retention in K-12 schools through required funding mechanisms.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates minimum teacher salaries with experience-based floors, directly advancing wage protections for educators.95% confidence
Adam Pugh (R) Chad Caldwell (R)
signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 8, 2026

SB 1379: Attorney General; establishing certain pilot program; stating eligibility requirements; Victims of Human Trafficking and Prevention Revolving Fund. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1379 establishes a two-year pilot program through Oklahoma's Attorney General's Office to provide grants to private nonprofit organizations supporting victims of sexual and labor trafficking. The program funds specific services like emergency shelter, mental health counseling, legal assistance, job training, and medical care - directly benefiting trafficking victims through partner organizations. Eligible organizations must demonstrate experience serving trafficking victims, maintain confidentiality, and use grants primarily for direct services (not exceeding 15% for administrative costs). Recipients must submit quarterly reports on services provided and outcomes, with the Attorney General compiling annual program evaluations for state leaders. The bill expands allowable uses of the Victims of Human Trafficking Fund to support this initiative.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill makes specific appropriation for trafficking victim services, directly funding public safety programs through state budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds victim services for trafficking survivors, aligning with criminal justice reform by supporting victims and enhancing victim protection within the justice system.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds medical care and mental health counseling for trafficking victims via grants to nonprofits, directly supporting healthcare services as specified in bill's summary.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides job training services for labor trafficking victims, directly supporting employment opportunities and workforce reintegration as part of victim assistance.90% confidence
Aaron Reinhardt (R) Mark Lawson (R)
signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 3244: Crimes and punishments; modifying elements of certain unlawful acts; aggravated identity theft; effective date.

HB 3244 modifies Oklahoma law to strengthen penalties for patterns of criminal activity and exploitation of vulnerable individuals. It expands "pattern of criminal offenses" to include online acts (via social media, AI, or cellular networks) and adds identity theft to the list of crimes that can form a pattern, punishable by a Class D1 felony ($25,000 fine or imprisonment). The bill also increases penalties for exploiting elderly/disabled adults: theft of $100,000+ becomes a Class C1 felony, while lesser amounts trigger a Class C2 felony, with enhanced penalties for repeat exploitation. It directly affects criminals committing multiple offenses across locations or online, and those exploiting vulnerable groups (elderly, disabled, homeless, or minors) through coercion or deception.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization to include online acts/identity theft and increases penalties (e.g., Class C1 felony for $100k+ theft), strengthening punitive measures without reform focus.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by increasing penalties for online identity theft and exploitation via social media/AI, enhancing legal protections against tech-enabled crimes.95% confidence
Rob Hall (R) Steve Bashore (R)
signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 3931: Death certificates; amendment of certificate or record; corrections of a death certificate after one year; emergency.

HB 3931 amends Oklahoma's death certificate correction procedures. It allows funeral directors to correct non-medical errors (like misspellings) on death certificates within one year of issuance without marking the certificate "amended," using written requests or sworn statements. For corrections requested one year or more after issuance, applicants must file a petition with the Administrative Hearing Clerk, providing clear evidence of factual errors, and bear the burden of proof. The bill also includes a separate provision requiring biological sex designations on amended birth certificates to be strictly "male" or "female," prohibiting nonbinary options. This bill takes effect November 1, 2026.
Darcy Jech (R) Marilyn Stark (R)
signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 4226: Courts; disqualification of judges; motion; directing chief judge of the county; presiding judge of administrative district; rehearing; effective date.

HB 4226 changes Oklahoma court procedures for requesting a judge's disqualification. It requires parties in a case to first ask the judge directly to step aside in private (in camera), and if denied, file a formal motion within 10 days before trial. The judge must rule on the motion within 15 days, and denied motions can be appealed to the chief judge (or presiding judge if the chief is involved) within 5 days for a ruling within 30 days. This process affects anyone involved in court cases who believes a judge should recuse themselves, adding clear timelines to the disqualification request system. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.
Todd Gollihare (R) Chris Kannady (R)
signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 4430: Medical malpractice; Physician Assistant Act requirements; Advanced Practice Registered Nurse malpractice insurance requirements; compliance; effective date.

HB 4430 changes Oklahoma's rules for physician assistants (PAs) by allowing those with 6,240+ hours of postgraduate clinical experience to practice without physician supervision. PAs meeting this threshold must report their hours to the State Board online (no fee), and the Board will maintain a public list of qualifying PAs. PAs with fewer hours or unreported experience must maintain practice agreements with physicians, including telecommunication requirements and regular reviews. The bill also clarifies prescription authority: experienced PAs can prescribe without delegation, while supervised PAs must follow their physician's delegated protocols, especially for controlled substances.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands PA practice autonomy for experienced providers, improving access to care without physician oversight, aligning with patient access indicators.85% confidence
Paul Rosino (R) Kyle Hilbert (R)
signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 4118: Family caregiver credit; mileage; eligible expenditures; age requirement; eligible family member; effective date.

HB 4118 proposes a tax credit for Oklahoma caregivers of eligible family members. It allows a 50% credit on qualifying expenses - such as medical travel mileage, home modifications, medical equipment, and hiring aides - for caregivers with income under $50,000 (or $100,000 for couples) caring for someone aged 62+ who needs help with two or more daily living tasks (like bathing, dressing, or eating). The credit caps at $2,000 annually per family, rising to $3,000 if the care recipient is a veteran or has dementia. The total annual credit pool is limited to $1.5 million, with unused funds adjusted yearly. If passed, it would take effect November 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit reducing burden for lower-income caregivers ($50k/$100k income cap), aligning with tax relief indicators for middle/lower income.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides tax credit for healthcare-related caregiver expenses (medical travel, equipment, aides), reducing financial barriers to elder/veteran care access.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly increases tax credit cap to $3,000 for veterans' caregivers, directly expanding benefits for veteran care recipients.95% confidence
Tammy West (R) Rob Hall (R)
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