HB 4086 establishes the Energy Reform Act of 2026 as a new legal framework in Oklahoma, though the provided text does not detail specific energy policies or provisions. The bill is currently in its early stages, having been introduced and referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration. It will become effective on November 1, 2026, but the full scope of changes it would implement remains unspecified in the available information.
HB 4356 requires social media platforms accessed by Oklahoma minors under 16 years old to verify users' ages before allowing account creation or access. It prohibits platforms from using "dark patterns" (manipulative design) to bypass age checks and bans third-party vendors from retaining minors' personal data. The law exempts email services, gaming platforms, educational tools, and other non-social media services from these requirements. It applies to platforms operating in Oklahoma that connect users socially through features like infinite scrolling or algorithm-driven content.
HB 4122 requires Oklahoma's State Department of Education to develop a curriculum for ninth through twelfth graders on recognizing, preventing, and seeking help for domestic violence and human trafficking by the 2027-2028 school year. The curriculum must cover warning signs of abusive behavior, promote healthy relationships, and be medically accurate for students' ages. School districts may teach it as a separate unit or integrate it into existing courses, but must provide parents or guardians an option to opt their child out. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, with implementation beginning in the 2027-2028 school year.
This bill is a procedural measure that directs the Secretary of State to place a proposed constitutional amendment on the ballot for public approval or rejection. It does not change any laws or policies itself but sets up the process for voters to decide on the Property Tax Policy Act of 2026. The resolution establishes the official ballot title and instructions for how the question will appear to Oklahoma voters during an upcoming election. Once passed, the actual tax policy changes would be determined by the outcome of the public vote on the proposed constitutional amendment.
HB 4009 is a procedural bill that names the "Taxation Reform Act of 2026" for administrative purposes but does not change tax laws or policies. It specifies that the act will take effect on November 1, 2026, and clarifies it will not be codified in Oklahoma’s official tax statutes. The bill directly affects state administrative processes by establishing the name and effective date for future tax-related actions. It does not alter tax rates, brackets, or taxpayer obligations, as it serves only as a formal designation.
HB 4220 is a procedural bill that names the "Centralized Reporting Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms for reporting requirements. It solely establishes the act's name and effective date without describing any specific reporting system, affected entities, or operational details. As a naming and effective date bill, it does not create new obligations or directly affect any individuals or organizations.
HB 4485 requires county assessors to value real property financed with federal low-income housing tax credits (under IRS Section 42) using the income-approach method for property tax assessments. It explicitly prohibits including the value of federal or state low-income housing tax credits when determining a property’s fair cash value. Property owners must provide written notice to the county assessor by January 1 each year if the property uses such credits. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027, and applies specifically to properties using federal tax credits for low-income housing development.
HB 4217 names the "Aircraft and Airports Modernization Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms; it solely establishes the act's title and effective date. It does not create new requirements, funding, or changes to existing law. This is a purely procedural bill with no direct impact on citizens, airports, or aircraft operations.
HB 4018 is a procedural bill that formally names Oklahoma's 2026 state budget framework as the "State Budget Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not establish specific spending levels or policy changes but creates the official title and implementation timeline for the state's budget process. This bill directly affects the state government's budgeting procedures, not specific programs or citizens. It serves as a foundational document for organizing the 2026 budget cycle, with no substantive policy provisions included in its text.
HB 4357 requires transportation network company (TNC) drivers in Oklahoma, like Uber or Lyft drivers, to maintain specific auto insurance coverage based on their activity. While logged on and available for rides, drivers must carry at least $50,000/$100,000 liability coverage; during active rides, coverage must increase to $1 million for death, injury, and property damage. TNC companies must provide coverage if drivers' insurance lapses, and drivers must carry electronic proof of coverage at all times. This bill directly affects TNC drivers and their companies, effective November 1, 2027.
HB 4271 is a procedural bill that names the "Education Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms, as the bill text only establishes the act's name and effective date without detailing any educational reforms or changes to law. The bill was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to committee for further review. This is a placeholder measure to formally name future education legislation, not a bill with concrete policy changes.
This bill establishes the State Budget Act of 2026, which serves as the official framework for Oklahoma's state budget for that fiscal year. The legislation sets the effective date for the budget at November 1, 2026, when the new fiscal year begins. It designates the document as a noncodified act, meaning it will not be permanently included in the Oklahoma Statutes but will function as a standalone budget resolution. The bill affects state government operations by providing the legal basis for how state funds will be allocated and managed during the 2026 fiscal year.
