HB 3961 creates the "Oklahoma Affordable Housing Tax Credit Policy Act of 2026," establishing a new tax credit program to support affordable housing development. The bill directly affects developers and investors who construct or rehabilitate qualifying affordable housing projects in Oklahoma. Key provisions authorize the state to issue tax credits against income tax liabilities for projects meeting specific affordability and location criteria. The program will become effective November 1, 2026, though the bill text does not specify credit amounts, eligibility rules, or administrative details beyond its framework.
HB 3912 requires health insurance plans in Oklahoma (including the State and Education Employees Group Health Insurance Plan) to cover scalp cooling systems for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss, including the cost of the system, supplies, and monitoring. The bill specifies that scalp cooling is considered supportive cancer care, not cosmetic or experimental, and coverage remains subject to standard cost-sharing like other benefits. Plans must notify enrollees about this coverage by December 1, 2026, and the law excludes small employer plans (50 or fewer employees) and federal health plans, while also mandating Oklahoma Medicaid cover scalp cooling for eligible recipients. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.
HB 3971 removes the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's (OTA) power to use condemnation (the legal process to take private property for public projects without owner consent) for acquiring land for turnpike construction. The bill amends specific Oklahoma statutes (69 O.S. 2021, Sections 1706, 1722, and 1708) to eliminate this authority, requiring the OTA to negotiate land purchases with property owners instead. This change directly affects the OTA's ability to expand turnpike infrastructure without voluntary agreements from landowners. The bill does not alter the OTA's other powers, such as building and operating turnpikes at designated locations listed in the statutes.
HB 3641 is a procedural bill that names the "State Government Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies; instead, it designates a title for administrative purposes and specifies when the act takes effect. The bill is noncodified, meaning it will not be included in Oklahoma’s official statutes. This act affects no specific individuals or groups, as it solely establishes a reference name and timeline for future state government operations.
HB 3771 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Criminal Procedure Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not change existing criminal procedure laws or create new legal requirements; instead, it establishes a title for future codification (though it specifies the act "shall not be codified" in Oklahoma Statutes). The bill directly affects how future criminal procedure laws might be referenced but has no immediate impact on court procedures, rights, or obligations for residents or legal actors. This is purely an administrative naming measure with no substantive policy changes.
HB 3956 waives tuition and fees at Oklahoma public colleges and universities for veterans who were honorably discharged and certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with a 100% permanent disability directly related to military service (including injury, accident, or disease incurred during active duty). The bill requires VA certification of the disability as the sole eligibility criterion. It takes effect July 1, 2026, and is designated as an emergency measure. This policy change directly affects qualifying veterans seeking higher education within Oklahoma's public system, removing financial barriers for this specific group.
HB 3857 is a procedural bill that names the "Law Enforcement Deconfliction Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or mechanisms, as it is explicitly stated to be "noncodified" (not added to Oklahoma's official statutes). The bill solely establishes the act's name and effective date without altering law enforcement procedures or affecting any specific groups. This is a routine naming and effective date bill with no direct policy impact.
HB 3833, the Oklahoma Autologous and Directed Blood Donation Act, establishes rules for hospitals and blood banks to handle patients' own blood donations (autologous) or donations specifically for a named patient (directed). It requires hospitals to follow physician orders for these donations when donors meet eligibility standards, ensure proper handling and availability, and not deny use based on internal policies. Blood banks must process and store these donations according to federal standards, and facilities may charge reasonable administrative fees for special handling. The law directly affects hospitals, blood banks, physicians, and patients needing blood for scheduled procedures, with rules to be implemented by the State Department of Health by November 1, 2026.
HB 3830 establishes the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill that names the act and specifies its implementation date without detailing substantive regulations. It does not describe new rules for professions or occupations. The bill is currently in the early stages of review after introduction on February 2, 2026.
HB 3689 is a procedural bill that establishes the name "Oklahoma Women's Health Care Act of 2026" for future legislative reference and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or healthcare regulations; it is solely a naming resolution with no direct impact on health care services or beneficiaries. It will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes, as specified in the bill text. The bill was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to the Rules Committee.
HB 3889 requires Oklahoma sex offenders to disclose their internet communication identities (including email, chat, and social media handles) as part of their registration with law enforcement. It affects all individuals subject to Oklahoma's Sex Offenders Registration Act, particularly those with out-of-state convictions needing to provide certified court documents within 60 days of moving. The bill also specifies address verification frequencies based on risk level: annually for Level 1, semiannually for Level 2, and every 90 days for Level 3 or habitual offenders. It mandates that offenders submit proof of current address and household occupants during verification checks. These changes update registration requirements to include digital footprints and streamline address compliance processes.
HB 3609 names the "Oklahoma Public Finance Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not create new policies or alter existing laws, as it explicitly states the act will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. This is a procedural bill solely for naming and establishing an effective date, with no direct impact on citizens or agencies. The bill was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to the Rules Committee.
