SB 527 shortens the deadline for lenders to secure their legal claim on vehicles and other titled property from 10 to 5 days after purchase. This affects banks, dealerships, and businesses that use security interests on assets like cars or equipment. The bill modifies the timeframe for "perfecting" these claims to provide faster legal protection for lenders. It became law on May 28, 2025, without the Governor's signature.
SJR 21 is a procedural resolution that approves most permanent rules proposed by 17 Oklahoma state agencies for 2025, including the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and State Fire Marshal Commission. It specifically disapproves five rule amendments related to securities regulations, medical marijuana limits, and real estate appraiser standards, restoring previous rule language instead. The resolution became law on May 28, 2025, without the Governor’s signature, formalizing the approved rules and exceptions for these agencies. This resolution directly affects how these agencies implement their regulations but does not create new policy.
HJR 1033 is a procedural joint resolution approving permanent rules proposed by several Oklahoma state agencies. It specifically approves all permanent rules filed by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Conservation Commission, Corporation Commission, Department of Environmental Quality, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board, Tourism and Recreation Department, Water Resources Board, and Wildlife Conservation Department on or before February 1, 2025. The resolution became law on May 28, 2025, without the Governor's signature, directing the Secretary of State to distribute it to the Governor and *The Oklahoma Register*. This bill does not create new policies or directly affect residents - it formally ratifies existing agency rules that were already developed.
SB 789 clarifies audit rules for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in Oklahoma, directly affecting pharmacies and PBMs. It requires PBMs to allow pharmacies to use hospital/physician records and drug purchase records (without date or source limits) to validate claims, prohibits recoupment for simple clerical errors like typos, and caps audits at 50 prescriptions per year per pharmacy. The law also mandates PBMs to refund patient-paid portions of recouped funds and prohibits audits during the first seven days of any month without consent. Effective May 28, 2025, this law aims to reduce unfair audit burdens on pharmacies while maintaining compliance with state/federal pharmacy regulations.
SB 988 transfers the responsibility for handling certain secured transaction filings under Oklahoma's Uniform Commercial Code from the Oklahoma Secretary of State to the Oklahoma County Clerk. This change directly affects businesses and individuals who file security interests in personal property, requiring them to submit these documents to the county clerk's office instead of the state office. The bill amends specific sections of the law to update references from the Secretary of State to the Oklahoma County Clerk. It became law without the Governor's signature on May 28, 2025.
HJR 1034 is a procedural resolution that approves most proposed permanent rules from Oklahoma state agencies while rejecting two specific rule changes. It approves all rules filed by the Board of Tests for Alcohol and Drug Influence, Attorney General, Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management, Office of Juvenile Affairs (except rule 377:1-3-26(c)(2)), Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics, and State Board of Licensed Social Workers. It also approves all Department of Public Safety rules except for rule 595:25-5-15(e). The resolution directs the Secretary of State to distribute copies to the Governor and "The Oklahoma Register" and became law without the Governor's signature on May 28, 2025.
SB 677 allows Oklahoma sellers to offer unlimited discounts for customers paying by cash, check, or debit card, while prohibiting most surcharges for credit card use. It requires sellers to clearly disclose any surcharge (capped at 2% of the transaction or processing fees, whichever is lower) at entry points, point-of-sale, and online. The law repeals an existing ban on credit card surcharges and applies to all sellers conducting transactions in Oklahoma, including retailers and service providers. It does not affect educational institutions, municipalities, or money transmitters under specific conditions.
SB 805 establishes Oklahoma's participation in the Dietitian Licensure Compact, enabling licensed dietitians to practice across state lines without obtaining separate licenses in each state. It directly affects licensed dietitians, military members relocating with spouses, and healthcare providers seeking to expand services across participating states. The key mechanism is the "Compact Privilege," which grants authorized dietitians the right to practice in any member state that has adopted the compact, while preserving each state's authority to regulate practice and protect public health. This reduces administrative burdens for both professionals and states, increases public access to dietetics services, and streamlines licensure for those moving between member jurisdictions.
SB 245 directs Oklahoma's State Department of Education to establish a new intensive tutoring program for public school students. The program would provide structured academic support to students needing extra help, particularly in core subjects. The bill mandates the department to create this program and takes effect immediately under emergency provisions. It directly impacts Oklahoma public school students eligible for the tutoring services.
HCR 1018 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Pope Leo XIV, the first American citizen elected pope. It recognizes his historic papacy, his service on the board of Cascia Hall Preparatory School in Tulsa (1999-2001), and his global leadership as the 267th Pope. The resolution has no policy impact - it symbolically expresses Oklahoma’s pride in his connection to the state and sends a copy to the Vatican and Cascia Hall. It is purely commemorative, with no legislative effect on laws, funding, or regulations.
SB 647 would require Oklahoma cities and towns to exclude non-objective or irrelevant public input during land use application proceedings, such as zoning or development permits. The bill directly affects local governments handling these applications by mandating that only relevant, factual information can influence decisions. Key provisions clarify that public comments lacking objectivity or relevance cannot determine outcomes, modifying how municipalities must evaluate public feedback. The bill does not change other procedural requirements but specifically targets the weight given to public input in land use cases. This is a substantive policy change focused on procedural fairness in municipal decision-making.
This resolution designates May 23 as "Kate Barnard Day" in Oklahoma to honor the legacy of Kate Barnard, the first woman elected to statewide office in the U.S. (serving as Oklahoma Commissioner of Charities starting in 1907). It commemorates her work advancing justice, equity, and social reforms - including child labor protections, prison system improvements, and securing $1 million for Native American children. The resolution directs copies to the Oklahoma Historical Society, Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women, and Saint Joseph Old Cathedral. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy changes or direct impact on laws or regulations.
