This bill establishes the Insurance Act of 2026 as the official name for Oklahoma's insurance legislation. It sets a specific effective date of November 1, 2026, for when the act becomes operational. The measure directly impacts the state's insurance regulatory framework by providing a clear timeline for implementation. No substantive policy changes are included in this text, as it serves primarily as a procedural measure to name and date the insurance act.
This bill is procedural and names the upcoming criminal code as the "Oklahoma Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026." It specifies the act will take effect on November 1, 2026, and clarifies it will not be codified into the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill itself does not create new criminal laws or change punishments - it only establishes the name and effective date for a future law.
HB 3788 prevents insurance companies from paying first-party liability claims to drivers who were unlawfully operating a motor vehicle at the time of an accident (defined as driving without a valid license, with a suspended/revoked license, or using fraudulent ID). It specifically ensures that passengers, third parties, and other nondrivers can still collect compensation for injuries or property damage. Insurers may verify a claimant’s license status using official Oklahoma Department of Public Safety data. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3690 requires cities and towns in Oklahoma to send copies of issued building permits to county assessors within 30 days of issuance, and to provide electronic copies when available. This bill directly affects local municipalities and county assessors by establishing a standardized transmission process for building permit records. The key provision mandates a 30-day deadline for physical copies and electronic delivery where feasible, aiming to improve record-keeping consistency. The law becomes effective November 1, 2026, and does not alter property tax assessments or other substantive policies.
HB 3750 prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to, influencing, or participating in Oklahoma ballot measure committees. It requires committees to certify no foreign-funded preliminary activity and obtain written donor affirmations confirming contributors are not foreign nationals. The bill bans foreign nationals from directing decisions about ballot measure contributions or expenditures and authorizes the Attorney General to enforce these rules through civil lawsuits. This directly affects ballot measure committees, donors, and foreign entities attempting to influence Oklahoma elections.
HB 3805 is a procedural bill that names the "Insurance Act of 2026" and sets its effective date. It does not create new insurance regulations or affect any specific groups; it only establishes the bill's official title and specifies that it takes effect on November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy changes or mechanisms beyond this naming and implementation detail.
HB 3724 regulates large energy users by defining "high-demand facilities" as commercial, industrial, or institutional sites using 75 megawatts or more of electricity. The bill prohibits these facilities from receiving taxpayer-funded subsidies (like tax credits or grants) and requires them to fully cover all grid infrastructure costs and water usage impacts. It mandates water recycling, limits daily water withdrawals to 25% of a provider’s current rate, and bans construction by foreign entities or on agricultural land. Additionally, facilities must submit decommissioning plans and comply with local noise rules without exceptions.
HB 3798 prohibits Oklahoma health care providers from performing gender transition procedures on minors under 18 and bans state health insurance plans (including Medicaid/SoonerCare) from covering these procedures for anyone starting November 1, 2026. The bill defines "gender transition procedures" to include surgeries and certain medications like puberty blockers or cross-sex hormones, but excludes treatments for precocious puberty, disorders of sex development (DSD), and emergency care. This law directly affects minors seeking gender-affirming care, health care providers, and state insurance programs. It becomes effective November 1, 2026, with specific exceptions for existing treatments and medical emergencies.
HB 4070 creates the Oklahoma Extracurricular Support Program to provide stipends for teachers and staff who lead after-school programs, particularly in schools serving many low-income students. It allocates funds from lottery revenues to support extracurricular activities like academic clubs, STEAM programs (robotics, coding, science clubs), and leadership groups outside regular school hours. Priority is given to schools without existing STEAM programs, those with high poverty rates, and programs addressing gaps in student enrichment opportunities. The program requires participating schools to submit annual reports on program participation and outcomes, with funds supplementing - rather than replacing - existing local or federal funding for these activities.
HJR 1071 proposes a constitutional amendment to expand Oklahoma's property tax exemption for veterans. It would create partial tax exemptions for veterans with service-connected disabilities rated 10% to 99% (not fully disabled), based on their disability percentage: $5,000 exemption for 10-29% ratings, $7,500 for 30-49%, $10,000 for 50-69%, and $12,000 for 70-99%. This directly affects qualifying veterans (and surviving spouses) who own homestead properties in Oklahoma and have previously met homestead exemption requirements. The exemption applies to the assessed value of their primary residence, with eligibility requiring Oklahoma residency and proof of disability certification. The amendment requires voter approval via a statewide referendum.
HB 3779 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Public Health and Safety Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms, as it explicitly states it will not be codified in Oklahoma Statutes. The bill serves only as a formal designation for future legislation, with no direct impact on public health programs, funding, or regulations. It was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration.
HB 3878 creates the "Weights and Measures Modernization Act of 2026" as a named legislative act, but it does not establish new weights or measurement standards. The bill specifically states it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill that formally names the act and schedules its implementation, with no substantive policy changes to weights or measures regulations. It directly affects Oklahoma's legislative process by designating this specific bill's title and effective date.
