Budget & Taxes

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 3625: Schools; investment; funds; effective date; emergency.

HB 3625 amends Oklahoma law governing school district financial management. It requires school districts to maintain separate ledgers for each fund and investment, sets a maximum bond amount for school district treasurers (not exceeding the county treasurer's bond), and mandates a written investment policy prioritizing safety and liquidity. The bill restricts school district investments to U.S. government securities, state obligations rated A+ or better, insured certificates of deposit, and other specified low-risk instruments. These changes standardize financial oversight for school district funds while limiting investment options to protect public money.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates fiscal responsibility in school district investments, prioritizing safety and liquidity through specific investment restrictions and management policies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 3942: Public finance; Incentive Evaluation Commission; communications; presentation of findings; comparison of certain results; effective date; emergency.

HB 3942 requires Oklahoma's Incentive Evaluation Commission to annually assess state economic incentives (like tax credits or grants) from 2024 onward. It mandates a schedule for evaluating all incentives based on fiscal impact and goals, with exemptions only for minimal-cost programs. Each evaluation must analyze the incentive's economic impact, effectiveness, alignment with state priorities, and recommendations for retention or changes. The Commission must report findings to lawmakers and the public by December 15 each year, including cost estimates, goal achievement, and suggestions for policy improvements. This directly affects state agencies administering incentives and lawmakers reviewing their value.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates annual fiscal impact evaluations of tax credits/grants to ensure alignment with state priorities and promote fiscal responsibility, strengthening budget oversight.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 3976: Hospitals; Rural and Small Hospital Grant Program; Rural and Small Hospital Grant Revolving Fund; codification; effective date.

HB 3976 establishes a grant program under Oklahoma's State Department of Health to help rural and small hospitals open new facilities or keep existing ones open by funding infrastructure, equipment, or technology needs. Hospitals applying must contribute at least 20% of project costs through cash or in-kind donations. The program will be funded through a new revolving fund in the state treasury, which replenishes itself and can be used continuously without annual budget limits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates sustainable revolving fund for rural hospital infrastructure, aligning with fiscal responsibility and essential service funding without annual budget constraints.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates grant program funding rural/small hospital infrastructure, ensuring access to healthcare services through direct financial support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · Oklahoma · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 4490: Maternal care; Oklahoma Families Thriving Everywhere Now (OFTEN) Revolving Fund; appropriations; effective date.

HB 4490 creates the Oklahoma Families Thriving Everywhere Now (OFTEN) program through the Oklahoma State Department of Health, using $3 million in state funds for the 2027 fiscal year. The program provides telecare support, community outreach, and care coordination for women with high-risk pregnancies and parents of children under three, aiming to promote healthy childbirth, stable family formation, and economic self-sufficiency. Services include referrals, case management, and parenting assistance delivered by Oklahoma-based community providers. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and includes an emergency declaration to accelerate implementation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $3M state funds for maternal care program, advancing public health funding under Budget & Taxes95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $3M for maternal care program including telehealth and case management, expanding access to high-risk pregnancy services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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