Budget & Taxes

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 4178: Revenue and taxation; exemptions; public trusts; effective date.

HB 4178 amends Oklahoma's sales tax code to add new exemptions for specific public entities and activities. It creates a new exemption allowing sales tax-free admission ticket surcharges used solely to repay debt for constructing athletic facilities, theaters, or cultural venues at public universities. The bill also expands existing exemptions for sales to certain public trusts, county fairs, educational institutions, and public authorities carrying out construction contracts. These changes directly affect state universities, local government entities, and fair authorities by reducing their taxable purchases. The policy focuses on clarifying and broadening tax relief for public infrastructure projects and nonprofit activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax exemptions for public universities and entities, reducing tax burden to support public projects and fiscal responsibility.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 4337: Revenue and taxation; Quality Events Act; definition; effective date.

HB 4337 amends Oklahoma's Quality Events Act to clarify definitions and requirements for economic development incentives tied to major events. It defines key terms like "quality event" (e.g., national championships, televised events) and "economic impact study," which must verify additional sales tax revenue generated by the event. The bill requires local governments to use these studies to confirm tax revenue increases before providing financial support to event promoters. This affects certified sponsors (event organizers) and local governments that fund or support qualifying events, ensuring incentives align with measurable economic benefits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires economic impact studies to verify tax revenue increases before public funding, promoting fiscal responsibility in budget allocation for event incentives.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 4285: Perinatal health; Perinatal Quality Improvement Revolving Fund; purpose; effective date.

HB 4285 creates a dedicated revolving fund called the "Perinatal Quality Improvement Revolving Fund" within Oklahoma's State Treasury. The fund will receive state and federal appropriations, donations, and grants to support the Oklahoma Department of Health in reducing preventable maternal and infant deaths and health complications. It allows the Department to collaborate with research groups across Oklahoma to improve maternal safety and health outcomes using these pooled resources. The fund is designed as a continuous funding source, not limited to annual budgets, to sustain long-term quality improvement efforts in perinatal care. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state-funded revolving fund using treasury appropriations to support maternal health program, directly allocating budget resources for public health initiative.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates dedicated fund for maternal/infant health outcomes using state/federal funds and research collaboration, directly advancing public health program funding and safety.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 4280: Roads and bridges; ROADS Fund; apportionment; reports; effective date.

HB 4280 increases annual funding for Oklahoma's Rebuilding Oklahoma Access and Driver Safety Fund (ROADS Fund) to support road and bridge construction and maintenance. It sets specific annual funding levels: $575 million for fiscal year 2021, $590 million for 2022, $610 million for 2025, and $670 million starting in 2026. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to use these funds first for debt payments on highway obligations, then for road/bridge construction, maintenance, and matching federal funds. The legislation directly affects Oklahoma's highway infrastructure and the DOT's budget allocation process, with funding adjustments triggered by revenue shortfalls.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state budget allocation for road infrastructure, a core public service, with specified annual funding hikes from $575M to $670M.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases annual funding for road/bridge construction/maintenance via ROADS Fund with specified fiscal year allocations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1242: Revenue and taxation; sales tax; agricultural exemptions; cervidae; effective date.

HB 1242 modifies Oklahoma's agricultural sales tax exemptions to clarify which farm-related purchases qualify for tax relief. It specifically exempts direct sales of farm products (like produce and dairy) to consumers, livestock sales (including cervidae like deer), feed, fertilizer, and farm equipment used in production. The bill requires purchasers to provide written certification confirming items will be used for agricultural purposes, with penalties for false certifications. This affects Oklahoma farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses purchasing qualifying goods, ensuring tax exemptions align with actual farm operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax exemptions for agricultural purchases, reducing tax burden for farmers and farm-related businesses, directly advancing tax policy within Budget & Taxes.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2021: Schools; creating the Oklahoma Kids After-School Grant Program (OKAGP); locating program at Department of Human Services; eligibility; rules; creating revolving fund; effective date.

HB 2021 creates the Oklahoma Kids After-School Grant Program (OKAGP) under the Department of Human Services to fund community-based organizations running after-school programs for K-12 students. Eligible organizations must operate at least five locations across Oklahoma (either directly or through partnerships) and qualify for exemptions from child care licensing under Title 10. The bill establishes a revolving fund in the State Treasury for these grants, funded by state appropriations and donations, with no annual budget restrictions. The program becomes effective November 1, 2025, and will provide grants to support after-school programming for children.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state-funded revolving grant program for after-school programs via state appropriations, increasing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates state-funded grant program for K-12 after-school programs, directly expanding educational access and student support through dedicated funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2952: Revenue and taxation; motor vehicle excise tax; value of vehicle; effective date.

HB 2952 changes how Oklahoma calculates the tax on new vehicle purchases by requiring the motor vehicle excise tax to be based on the sales price minus any trade-in value. This directly affects vehicle buyers who use trade-ins, as the adjusted price (after subtracting trade-in credits) must now appear on the bill of sale. The bill mandates that sellers document this reduced value on the bill of sale or a prescribed form, rather than using the full sales price. It takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces tax burden on vehicle buyers by basing excise tax on adjusted price after trade-in, providing direct tax relief per bill's calculation change.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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failed · Oklahoma · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 3178: Revenue and taxation; ad valorem; depreciation schedule; fair cash value; farm equipment and farm tractors; Oklahoma Tax Commission; effective date.

HB 3178 changes how farm equipment and tractors are valued for property tax in Oklahoma. It requires county assessors to apply a specific 25% annual depreciation schedule: 75% of original cost in year one, 50% in year two, 25% in year three, and zero value from year four onward. This applies to equipment used in agricultural production on farms owned, leased, or operated by the owner. The bill affects Oklahoma farmers who own qualifying equipment by reducing their property tax burden after three years. It takes effect January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces property tax burden on farmers via accelerated depreciation schedule, providing direct tax relief for agricultural equipment owners.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · Oklahoma · House Mar 2, 2026

HB 2786: Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; making an appropriation; source; amount; purpose; emergency.

This bill authorizes an emergency appropriation of approximately $19.66 million to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. The funds must come from the Rate Preservation Fund in the State Treasury and are designated specifically for Title XIX services, which are Medicaid-funded mental health and substance abuse programs. The legislation includes an emergency provision, allowing the funding to take effect immediately upon the governor's approval without waiting for the regular budget cycle. This action provides direct financial resources to the state agency responsible for administering mental health and substance abuse services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency appropriation of $19.66M to fund mental health and substance abuse services through Medicaid, directly increasing government spending on essential public programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides emergency funding of $19.66M for mental health and substance abuse services under Medicaid, directly advancing healthcare access and program strength.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

vetoed · Oklahoma · House May 30, 2025

HB 2646: Revenue and taxation; adjustments; wagering; tax year; effective date.

HB 2646 eliminates a limitation on taxpayers deducting wagering income when calculating Oklahoma taxable income, directly affecting individuals and businesses claiming such deductions. The bill amends Oklahoma Statute 68 O.S. § 2358 to allow full itemization of wagering income without prior restrictions. It also updates statutory references and adjusts tax year calculations for net operating losses. The bill was referred to the Governor but received a pocket veto on June 15, 2025, meaning it did not become law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates restrictions on wagering income deductions, reducing taxable income for affected taxpayers, providing tax relief per support indicators.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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