HB 2977 allows Oklahoma residents with hidden disabilities - such as autism, hearing impairments, or cognitive conditions - to voluntarily add a discreet, standardized indicator to their driver's license or state ID card. The indicator, approved by Service Oklahoma, does not disclose the disability type or medical details and cannot be used by law enforcement for profiling, investigation, or creating reasonable suspicion. Residents may request removal of the indicator at any time without penalty, and the indicator is prohibited from being stored as a medical record or used beyond official identification purposes. The bill requires Service Oklahoma to create rules for implementation but explicitly prohibits requiring medical documentation or mandating participation. This policy change directly affects Oklahomans with non-obvious disabilities seeking safer interactions with law enforcement.
HB 3299 prohibits creating and sharing synthetic media (such as deepfakes) that falsely depict a person's name, image, voice, or likeness without their written consent, unless used for news, commentary, satire, or parody. It requires political advertisements using such media during election periods (45 days before elections) to clearly disclose that the content is synthetic, with violations punishable as misdemeanors. For non-political use, creating synthetic media without consent is a misdemeanor, but becomes a felony if it causes over $25,000 in financial harm or is used for extortion. Victims can also seek civil damages, including legal fees, for violations.
HB 3319 expands Oklahoma's debt collection system by allowing certain qualified entities - including municipal public authorities, public trusts, and courts - to deduct unpaid debts directly from state income tax refunds. It specifically permits collection of court fines/costs (minimum $50), delinquent utility charges (90+ days overdue with disconnection), and other debts from taxpayers who filed state tax returns. The Oklahoma Tax Commission would deduct the amount from refunds after sending written notice, with a 5% collection fee withheld, and taxpayers retain the right to contest claims within 30-60 days. This affects taxpayers with outstanding debts to these entities and streamlines collections for local governments and courts.
HB 3906, the Oklahoma Supported Decision-Making Act, creates a legal framework for adults with disabilities to make their own decisions with the help of designated supporters. The bill requires written agreements outlining specific types of decisions a supporter may assist with (like health or finances), while ensuring the adult remains the ultimate decision-maker. Supporters can help gather information, communicate decisions, and access services, but cannot override the adult's choices. The act also protects supporters from liability when acting within the agreement's scope and emphasizes using the least restrictive support possible.
HB 4130 is a procedural bill that creates the name "Oklahoma Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new criminal laws or punishments but formally names the future act. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions, only naming and effective date language. It was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to the Rules committee.
HB 4493 names the "Oklahoma Tourism Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill with no substantive policy changes to tourism programs, regulations, or funding. It simply establishes the act's official name and implementation timeline. The bill does not affect any specific entities or policies beyond this naming convention.
HB 3471, the "Corporation Commission Updating Act of 2026," would update Oklahoma's Corporation Commission by adding the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control and the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission to its list of overseen agencies. This change would directly affect these two agencies, placing them under the Commission's regulatory authority for oversight and management. The bill's key provision expands the Commission's jurisdiction to include these specific entities, streamlining regulatory responsibilities. The amendment to include these agencies was submitted by Representative Rande Worthen during the bill's committee process.
SB 1790, the "Protected Learning Environment Act," requires Oklahoma public schools to adopt a standardized discipline system by the 2027-2028 school year. It mandates the State Department of Education to create a three-tiered discipline matrix (for minor, moderate, and serious behaviors) that ensures consistent, trauma-informed responses while complying with federal laws like IDEA and FERPA. School districts must train staff, document incidents electronically, and report annual safety data to the state, including trends in student behavior and compliance. The law directly affects all public school students, staff, and parents by standardizing consequences for disruptions (e.g., off-task behavior in Tier 1, violence in Tier 3) and requiring alternative placements for students with repeated serious infractions.
SB 1979 creates the "Mining and Blasting Residential Protection Act" to establish a mandatory 800-foot buffer zone around residences, residentially zoned property, and protected structures like schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. It prohibits new mining or blasting permits within this buffer and requires applicants to submit maps showing all affected properties and a clear buffer zone depiction as part of their permit application. Applicants must also post signs along public roads near the site and mail notices to addresses within the buffer zone 45 days before submitting a permit application. The bill directly affects mining companies seeking new permits or expansions and aims to protect nearby residents and community facilities from potential disruptions.
SB 1931 increases the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission's membership from five to eight members, requiring specific representation: two employer representatives (one from counties under 50,000 population, one from larger counties), two employee representatives (one from businesses with <100 employees, one from businesses with >100 employees), a public representative who serves as Chair, and the Oklahoma Workforce Commission CEO. The bill repeals outdated provisions about removal procedures and quorum requirements, and takes effect November 1, 2026. This structural change directly affects how the Commission is composed and appointed, without altering its core functions.
Senate Bill 2106 requires Oklahoma municipalities to compensate property owners when zoning changes revert to a previous classification, causing a measurable drop in property value. It directly affects residential and commercial property owners whose land value decreases due to a city's zoning reversal. The bill mandates that municipalities pay the difference between the property's appraised value before and after the zoning change. This law takes effect on November 1, 2026.
SB 1926 allows victims of domestic abuse in Oklahoma to file protective order petitions in any county, removing previous restrictions that required filing in the victim's county, the abuser's county, or the location of the abuse. This change makes it easier for victims to seek protection without being limited by geographic location. The bill also requires victims to file a police report first if they are not family members or in a dating relationship before filing a petition. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.
