SB 1493 prohibits using identification cards issued by schools, universities, or other educational institutions as proof of identity for voting in Oklahoma. It directly affects voters who rely solely on such school IDs to verify their identity at polling places. The bill amends voter ID rules to explicitly exclude educational institution IDs from acceptable documents, while maintaining other valid forms like driver's licenses, state IDs, or military IDs. Voters without acceptable ID must now provide an alternative document or use a provisional ballot with additional verification steps.
This Oklahoma bill (SB 2158) allows residents who use health care sharing ministries to deduct membership fees and administrative costs from their state income tax starting in 2027. It also makes money received from these ministries for medical expenses tax-free. To qualify, individuals must have been active members for at least one month during the tax year. The law expires if Oklahoma stops collecting individual income tax.
SB 2165, the "Child Support Upon Conception Act," would allow mothers to seek court-ordered child support based on verified pregnancy, requiring medical proof of gestation and paternity testing before any support is awarded. It establishes temporary pre-birth support for pregnancy-related medical expenses, prenatal care, and living costs necessary for maternal and fetal health, continuing until birth when standard post-birth support begins. The bill treats the unborn child as having legal standing under Oklahoma's Children's Code, granting rights to protective orders and custody proceedings while requiring paternity verification. The bill is pending in the Oklahoma Senate Judiciary Committee after its introduction on February 2, 2026.
This bill proposes creating Oklahoma's first state-run paid family and medical leave insurance program. It would provide eligible workers (including employees and self-employed individuals who opt in) with up to 12 weeks of paid leave annually for childbirth, caring for a seriously ill family member, or personal medical needs. Benefits would be calculated based on the worker's average weekly earnings during their base period, with employers required to provide notice about the program and protect workers from retaliation for using benefits. The Oklahoma Department of Labor would administer the program, establish claim procedures, and require employers to maintain existing leave obligations.
SB 1263 requires Oklahoma's Legislature to approve new designations of historic places on the State Register of Historic Places and state trails on federal lands after its effective date of November 1, 2026. It amends state law to prevent the State Historic Preservation Officer and the Tourism Commission from listing new historic sites or designating new state trails without prior legislative consent. The bill also prohibits using state funds for such new designations until approval is granted. This applies only to future designations, not existing listings. The law aims to ensure elected officials have a formal role in approving these specific tourism and preservation decisions.
SB 1364 requires current Oklahoma medical marijuana business licensees to submit a sworn attestation within 60 days of the bill's effective date (November 1, 2026), confirming or disclosing any outstanding state fees, fines, taxes, or debts before selling their business. The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority must create and publish a public form for this attestation, which must include an itemized list of any debts. This applies specifically to existing licensees transferring ownership, not new applicants. The bill establishes clear deadlines and disclosure requirements to ensure transparency about financial obligations tied to medical marijuana businesses.
SB 1351 amends Oklahoma election law to clarify voter residency requirements, stating that individuals must have been domiciled (established a permanent residence) in the United States to qualify for voting in state elections. The bill explicitly prohibits people who were never domiciled in the U.S. from registering to vote or casting ballots in Oklahoma, as they cannot establish residency under this law. This change updates Section 4-101 of the Oklahoma Statutes to add specific eligibility conditions while leaving existing rules on felony voting and incapacitation unchanged. The law takes effect on November 1, 2026.
SB 1374, the Thrive Act, provides state funding reimbursement for school meal programs in Oklahoma. It applies to school districts with 40% or more students qualifying for free meals (based on federal eligibility criteria) that choose to participate in the federal community eligibility program. Starting in the 2027-2028 school year, these districts receive tiered state reimbursements per meal: 100% for districts under 2,000 students, 90% for 2,000-10,000 students, and 80% for districts over 10,000 students. The law also requires the State Department of Education to evaluate the program’s impact every three years starting in 2028.
SB 1373, the "Healthy Meals for Healthy Kids Act," requires public school districts and charter schools in Oklahoma to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students during each school day, with schools operating under tribal or Bureau of Indian Affairs authority allowed to participate. It mandates at least 20 minutes of seated lunch time for students in kindergarten through fifth grade and directs the State Department of Education to establish a grant program using federal meal reimbursement differences to fund meal quality improvements. School food authorities must maximize federal funding by adopting the USDA's "community eligibility provision" and use grant funds for food, equipment, or training to upgrade meals. The bill directly affects all participating Oklahoma schools and students, aiming to expand free meal access while leveraging federal reimbursement rates to support program costs.
SB 1399, the Federal Funds Oversight Act, requires Oklahoma state agencies and the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) to submit detailed pre-acceptance reports before taking federal funds. These reports must cover funding reasons, cost breakdowns (including personnel and maintenance), performance goals, and how funds will offset existing state spending instead of creating new programs. The bill also mandates public transparency portals showing real-time federal spending data and establishes a "Do-Not-Pay Pilot Program" to verify recipient eligibility before reimbursements. This ensures accountability, prevents improper payments, and protects state budgets from gaps if federal funding ends.
SR 29 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February as Black History Month in Oklahoma. It formally honors the contributions of Black Oklahomans throughout state history, including their roles in the Civil Rights Movement and achievements in politics, education, and culture. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves to acknowledge these historical contributions. The resolution references key milestones like the 100th anniversary of Black History Month recognition and Oklahoma's historical figures and communities.
This symbolic resolution celebrates Oklahoma's 46-year sister-state relationship with Taiwan and expresses support for strengthening economic ties between Oklahoma and Taiwan. It references Oklahoma's 2025 establishment of a Taiwan Regional Trade Office to facilitate business partnerships and highlights U.S.-Taiwan trade reaching $201.1 billion in 2025. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges these economic partnerships and Taiwan's role in global trade.
