HB 1460 adds new fees for criminal convictions in Oklahoma. It requires courts to collect a $10 fee for most convictions (excluding parking violations) and a $150 laboratory analysis fee for cases involving forensic services from OSBI, the Chief Medical Examiner, or local agencies. Funds from these fees are deposited into specific accounts: the $150 fees go to OSBI, medical examiner, or local law enforcement revolving funds, while the $10 fees fund the CLEET Training Center and General Revenue. The bill also creates a $5 fee for misdemeanor marijuana possession cases, with proceeds going to a drug education fund. These fees apply to individuals convicted of offenses punishable by fines or jail time, excluding minor traffic violations.
SB 281 creates the "Making Adoption Affordable Again Act," providing Oklahoma taxpayers with a refundable income tax credit for donations to certified adoption funding organizations (like churches or 501(c)(3) nonprofits) and for non-monetary contributions (in-kind donations) supporting adoption services. Taxpayers can claim up to $10,000 annually ($50,000 for businesses), with excess credits refunded. Organizations must be certified by the Oklahoma Tax Commission, use at least 50% of funds for adoption services, limit staff compensation to 20% of funds, and report annually to maintain certification. The total annual credit amount is capped at $10 million, with adjustments to prevent exceeding this limit.
SB 71 creates an income tax credit for Oklahoma renters, directly affecting individuals who pay rent for their primary residence. It allows a credit of up to $110 for 2026 (adjusted annually for inflation based on the Consumer Price Index), which becomes refundable if it exceeds the taxpayer's income tax liability. The Oklahoma Tax Commission must provide a form requiring renters to submit their address, landlord name, monthly rent, and annual rent total to claim the credit. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and applies to tax years beginning in 2026.
SB 820 expands Oklahoma's sports league rebate program to include the WNBA, WPF, and NWSL, in addition to the existing NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB. It allows qualifying professional sports teams (with specific payroll and employment thresholds) to receive quarterly rebates based on verified in-state payroll, capped at $10 million annually per team. The rebate requires teams to maintain operations in Oklahoma for eligibility and repay funds if they leave within three years. The bill is currently under review by the Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee.
SB 1147 allocates $100,000 from unappropriated state general funds to Oklahoma's Department of Transportation for its existing duties during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill declares an emergency to allow immediate implementation upon approval, bypassing standard waiting periods. This is a procedural funding measure with no new policy requirements or changes to transportation programs, directly affecting only the DOT's current operations.
SB 1183 allocates $100,000 from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Department of Human Services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The funding supports the department's existing legal duties without creating new programs or policies. This emergency appropriation would take immediate effect upon approval to address urgent needs.
SB 1138 appropriates $100,000 from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Department of Human Services for fiscal year 2026. The bill directly provides funding for the department's existing legal duties, declared an emergency to allow immediate implementation upon approval. This is a procedural funding measure with no new policy provisions.
SB 126 appropriates $2 million from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Department of Transportation for improving access to industrial areas experiencing major developments. The funding is specifically intended to enhance transportation access in these growing industrial zones. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency declaration for immediate implementation upon approval. This is a straightforward funding measure with no additional policy provisions or voting record impact.
SB 1134 allocates $100,000 from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority for the 2026 fiscal year. The bill directly provides funding for the Authority to carry out its legal duties. It declares an emergency to allow immediate implementation upon passage. This is a procedural appropriations measure with no policy changes beyond the specified funding amount.
HB 2881 creates a tax deduction for Oklahoma businesses receiving specific federal broadband funding. It allows businesses to deduct funds distributed by the Oklahoma Broadband Office under federal programs like the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's BEAD Program, provided the money is spent on broadband equipment or services. This deduction applies to taxable income for years starting January 1, 2025, and is distributed to pass-through business owners. The bill directly affects Oklahoma broadband providers and service entities using federal recovery funds for infrastructure.
