House Resolution 1027 is a procedural bill that declares May 6, 2025, as "Teacher Appreciation Day" in the state of Oklahoma. This resolution recognizes the valuable contributions of the teaching profession to the nation's youth and society.
Oklahoma Senate Resolution 17 officially designates the second week in May as Lung Cancer Action Week throughout the state. This resolution encourages all Oklahoma residents to learn more about lung cancer, its risk factors, and early detection.
HR 1022 is a resolution that designates the second week in May as "Lung Cancer Action Week" throughout the state of Oklahoma. It encourages all Oklahoma residents to learn more about lung cancer, its risk factors, and early detection methods.
SB 403 modifies Oklahoma county purchasing rules by clarifying when county purchasing agents may bypass standard bidding requirements. It updates specific exceptions, such as allowing purchases under $25,000 without bids (with strict anti-splitting rules), requiring vendor quotes for fuel purchases, and permitting food purchases for county jails with quotes in larger counties. The bill also specifies that for processed road materials, counties may accept all bids and select the lowest overall bid including transportation costs. These changes directly affect county purchasing agents and their procurement processes for local government spending. The bill focuses on streamlining routine purchases while maintaining oversight requirements through documented records.
SB 582 modifies state fiscal affairs by changing requirements for agencies that collect state funds. Agencies responsible for collecting monies for the General Revenue and Special Revenue Funds must now provide the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services with itemized estimates of expected funds for the ensuing fiscal year and the following two fiscal years. The Oklahoma Tax Commission is additionally required to provide comprehensive economic reports, including national and state economic performance forecasts for the same three-year period, to the Director and key legislative leaders. This bill aims to expand the scope and transparency of future revenue projections.
SB 200 requires estate executors or administrators to petition courts to deposit unclaimed funds into state banks when beneficiaries (like minors without guardians or unknown heirs) cannot receive payments within 90 days. Funds must remain in a bank account for a specified term - until the minor turns 18 or the beneficiary claims them - before release. If over $100 remains unclaimed for 30 days, courts may invest it in insured accounts, with earnings paid upon claim. The bill updates Oklahoma’s estate distribution rules to clarify handling of undistributed funds and takes effect November 1, 2025.
SB 249 increases sales tax credit limits for tourism development projects under Oklahoma's Tourism Development Act. It raises the maximum credit to 10% for projects costing $500,000-$1 million (previously capped by revenue-neutrality) and to 25% for projects exceeding $1 million, both still limited to revenue-neutral levels. The bill also expands pass-through options for Entertainment Districts, allowing approved companies to transfer credits to tenants with specific filing requirements. It directly affects tourism developers and entertainment district operators seeking state incentives. The changes extend the program's sunset date but maintain the requirement that projects must not cost the state money.
SB 283 amends Oklahoma's higher education lease financing program to expand the annual transaction limit, specifically allowing projects that were previously refunded to count toward this limit. This change directly affects Oklahoma public colleges and universities using the master lease program for facility financing, enabling them to include these refunded projects in their annual lease transaction calculations. The key provision updates Section 3206.6a of Title 70 Oklahoma Statutes to remove restrictions on previously refunded projects within the program's annual cap. This adjustment streamlines the process for institutions seeking to redevelop or replace existing leased facilities without exceeding the annual financial limit. The bill does not change funding levels or create new requirements, only clarifying eligibility for certain lease transactions.
SB 600 amends existing Oklahoma law concerning flat fees for civil cases filed in district courts. The bill increases a specific additional assessment from $5.00 to $10.00. This increased fee applies to litigants in certain case types, including divorce, probate, adoption, and various civil actions. The funds collected from this higher assessment are credited to the Oklahoma Court-Appointed Special Advocates (OCASA). The bill is scheduled to become effective on November 1, 2025.
SB 76 clarifies which officials can revoke parole in Oklahoma. It states that both the Governor (for parole granted by the Governor) and the Pardon and Parole Board (by majority vote, for parole granted by the Board) may revoke parole and must file revocation certificates with the Secretary of State. The bill also creates an alternative to full revocation: parolees who violate terms may be placed in an intermediate sanctions facility for disciplinary action instead of having parole revoked, at the Department of Corrections' or Governor's discretion. This directly affects parolees who violate parole conditions and changes the process for revocation decisions.
SB 1046 updates Oklahoma's alcoholic beverage license fees and administrative requirements. It establishes specific annual fees for various license types, such as $1,250 for a Brewer License and $500 for a Small Brewer License, with fees for retail spirits licenses varying by city population size. The bill adds a $500 administrative fee for mixed beverage licenses (and $250 for mixed beverage/caterer combo licenses) while reducing renewal fees for certain exempt organizations like fraternal beneficiary societies. It also modifies fee structures for delivery services, brewpubs, and special event licenses, and allows bottle club license holders in counties permitting on-premises alcohol sales to switch to mixed beverage licenses without additional cost.
HB 1816 requires Oklahoma's Medicaid program to prioritize in-state medical providers for in-person care when local options are available, rather than contracting with out-of-state providers. It specifically applies to services requiring the patient's physical presence and direct provider care (excluding remote services like lab work). The Oklahoma Health Care Authority must seek federal approval to implement this change. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.
