HB 3044 amends Oklahoma tax return forms to allow taxpayers to donate a portion of their state income or corporate tax refund to the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA). These donations directly fund ODVA's equipment purchases and capital improvement projects, such as facility upgrades and new construction. The bill creates a dedicated "Capital Improvement Program Revolving Fund" to manage these donations, which can be invested and used for veterans' facility needs without annual budget restrictions. It reauthorizes this existing donation mechanism, effective November 1, 2026, and includes a three-year refund process for taxpayers who donate in error.
HB 3127 protects Oklahoma medical marijuana patients and caregivers from discrimination in employment, public assistance, and firearm ownership. It prohibits employers from refusing to hire, firing, or penalizing individuals solely for being a licensed medical marijuana user, and bars denial of Medicaid, SNAP, or firearm rights based on that status. However, the bill mandates a "zero-tolerance" policy for safety-sensitive jobs (like operating vehicles, handling hazardous materials, or direct patient care), allowing employers to enforce drug testing and discipline for marijuana use at work. Employers may still maintain written drug testing policies under state standards, but cannot deny employment based solely on medical marijuana license status or a positive test if the user is licensed and not impaired at work.
HB 3288 requires Oklahoma public elementary schools (prekindergarten through grade 5) to provide 60 minutes per week of dedicated physical education instruction (not counting recess) and an additional 60 minutes per week of physical activity (including recess, fitness breaks, or wellness education). It prohibits withholding physical education as punishment for students in these grades, except in safety-related situations, and mandates schools coordinate recess before testing to encourage light-to-moderate activity. The bill also encourages school districts to provide 225 minutes per week of physical education for grades 6-12, with specific curriculum standards emphasizing lifelong activity skills and accessibility for students with disabilities. These requirements are tied to school accreditation and take effect July 1, 2028.
HB 3322 clarifies Oklahoma's rules for interpreting state statutes, particularly when multiple versions of the same law exist due to repeated amendments. It specifies that laws enacted after July 1, 1989, are presumed severable (meaning invalid parts don't void the entire law) unless a court finds the remaining parts are inseparable. For older laws, it presumes severability unless a court determines the remaining parts depend on the invalid section. Additionally, when conflicting versions arise from different amendments, the most recently enacted version (with exact enactment time) is presumed to reflect the Legislature's current intent.
HB 3522 requires the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement (ABLE) Commission to make its annual report publicly available online. The report, due by January 31 each year, must include the number of licenses revoked or suspended (with reasons), the number of enforcement tickets issued, total ticket amounts, and total penalties collected. This bill directly affects the ABLE Commission by mandating transparency in its regulatory actions and the public by providing accessible data on alcohol license enforcement. It does not change licensing rules or alcohol regulations but makes existing reporting requirements publicly accessible on the ABLE website starting November 1, 2026.
HB 3472 is a procedural bill that establishes the name "Environment and Natural Resources Efficiency Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms, as it only creates the act's name and effective date without outlining specific requirements or changes. It does not directly affect any entities or individuals through new regulations or programs. This is a naming and timing measure, not a policy bill with concrete provisions.
HB 3548 creates a sales tax exemption for businesses operated by young entrepreneurs in Oklahoma. It amends Section 1357 of the Oklahoma Sales Tax Code to exempt sales of tangible personal property when a business is "materially operated for the benefit of an adult" (likely a typo for "youth," based on the bill's title). This exemption directly affects youth-run businesses that meet specific criteria, such as being materially operated for the benefit of young entrepreneurs. The bill also includes provisions limiting business licensing requirements for qualifying youth entrepreneurs and specifies that the exemption applies to sales of tangible personal property. The bill is currently in committee review for the 2026 legislative session.
HB 3704 directs Oklahoma to participate in a federal income tax credit program allowing individuals to claim a credit for donations to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs). The bill requires the Governor to certify Oklahoma's participation to the U.S. Treasury and designates the Oklahoma Tax Commission to register SGOs, maintain their lists, and handle federal reporting. This enables Oklahoma taxpayers to claim the federal credit for qualifying donations, while coordinating with Oklahoma's existing state tax credit for SGO contributions. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and remains in place until changed by law or federal policy.
HB 3595 creates a permanent "Safer Counties Revolving Fund" within Oklahoma's State Treasury, managed by the Department of Public Safety. This fund, financed by existing legislative appropriations to the Department, provides grants to all Oklahoma counties to purchase public safety and traffic barrier equipment. Counties must use these funds solely for public safety purposes and cannot divert them to other uses. The fund operates without annual budget restrictions, allowing ongoing disbursements for safety equipment purchases.
HB 4273 creates an income tax credit for Oklahoma employees working in the aerospace sector who hold ABET-accredited engineering degrees or are licensed Professional Engineers. It defines "qualified employees" as individuals with such credentials working for "qualified employers" (aerospace businesses or higher education institutions with dedicated aerospace research programs). The credit applies to tuition paid for qualifying engineering programs and is limited to five years per person. This policy directly affects aerospace workers and employers in Oklahoma's aerospace industry by reducing their state income tax liability. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.
HJR 1079 is a procedural resolution that prepares ballot language for a future voter referendum. It establishes the official title and wording voters will see on the ballot for the "Public Finance Resolution of 2026," including the question: "SHALL THE PROPOSAL BE APPROVED?" The resolution requires the Chief Clerk to file this ballot wording with the Secretary of State and Attorney General after passage. This bill does not change any laws or policies - it only sets the format for how the referendum will be presented to Oklahoma voters.
HB 4303 shortens the deadline for Oklahoma cities and towns to publish non-appropriation municipal ordinances from 30 days to 15 days after passage. It requires full publication in a newspaper, with publishers adding the publication date in brackets (e.g., "Published [Month, Day, Year]"). This directly affects all Oklahoma municipalities that enact local ordinances, ensuring residents learn about new rules more quickly. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.
