Budget & Taxes (Fees & Licensing)

died · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 1004: Commissioners of the Land Office; prohibiting Commissioners from charging certain fees in excess of original bid. Effective date.

SB 1004 prohibits Oklahoma's Commissioners of the Land Office from charging land leaseholders fees exceeding the original bid amount, regardless of improvements made to the leased property. This directly affects individuals and businesses leasing state-owned land who would otherwise face unexpected fee increases. The bill amends statute 64 O.S. 2021, Section 1012 to require all fees charged to remain at the initially accepted bid level. It becomes effective November 1, 2025, and does not alter the fee schedule-setting process for the Land Office.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill caps land lease fees at original bid, limiting state revenue collection from this source, directly restricting fiscal management under Budget & Taxes.80% confidence

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died · Oklahoma · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 2098: Court fees; forcible entry and detainer; effective date.

HB 2098 amends Oklahoma's court fee structure for district court filings, setting specific flat fees for various case types. It directly affects individuals and entities filing court cases, including those involving forcible entry and detainer (set at $100), and establishes new funding streams: $6 for the Law Library Fund, $25 for the Court Information System, $5 for court-appointed advocates (OCASA), and $2 split between judicial complaints and interpreter services. The bill also allows counties to add up to $10 per case for courthouse security and includes a fee waiver process for indigent litigants who prove poverty through an affidavit. It takes effect November 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates court fees to fund Law Library, Court Information System, and OCASA programs, directly advancing state fiscal management through dedicated funding streams.90% confidence

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died · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 3917: Public utilities; defining terms; requiring certain public utilities to make certain filing with Corporation Commission; effective date.

HB 3917 requires public utilities providing electricity to large data centers (defined as facilities using 50+ megawatts monthly) to file new tariff schedules with Oklahoma's Corporation Commission. These tariffs must include a peak-demand surcharge specifically for large data center customers. All surcharge revenue collected by utilities must be transferred to the newly created "Grid Modernization Revolving Fund" in the state treasury. The fund, managed by the Corporation Commission, will finance electric grid modernization projects, with the bill taking effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a surcharge on large data centers, directing all revenue to a state Grid Modernization Fund for infrastructure investment, aligning with funding essential programs.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates Grid Modernization Fund from data center surcharges to upgrade energy infrastructure, advancing grid reliability and efficiency.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Electric Grid

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 73: Transportation; Oklahoma Vehicle License and Registration Act collections; limiting certain apportionment to certain amount. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 73 amends Oklahoma's vehicle license fee distribution rules to cap the percentage of funds apportioned to school districts at the level established for the 2015 fiscal year (ending June 30, 2015). For fiscal years beginning July 1, 2019, and later, school districts will continue to receive 36.20% of vehicle registration fees, but the total amount cannot exceed what was distributed in 2015. Any excess funds above this cap will be directed to the Rebuilding Oklahoma Access and Driver Safety Fund instead of school districts. This bill directly affects school districts that receive vehicle registration fee distributions under Oklahoma law.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCaps school district vehicle fee funding at 2015 level, restricting growth of public school allocations from this tax source.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationCaps school district vehicle fee funding at 2015 levels, preventing future increases and limiting education funding growth despite rising revenue.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRedirects excess vehicle registration fees to Rebuilding Oklahoma Access and Driver Safety Fund, enhancing transportation infrastructure funding and safety initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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died · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 23, 2026

SB 1192: Alcohol and drug substance abuse counseling; increasing certain alcohol and drug assessment and evaluation fee. Effective date.

SB 1192 increases the fee for alcohol and drug assessments from $160 to $200 per person. It also raises certification application fees for assessment personnel ($100-$200 initially, $25-$150 for renewal). The bill directs $15 of each assessment fee to the Department of Public Safety, with 90% (about $13.50) going to the Community-based Substance Abuse Revolving Fund and 10% ($1.50) covering administrative costs. This affects individuals required to undergo assessments (e.g., for driver license issues) and certified assessment professionals. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases assessment fees to fund substance abuse programs via dedicated revenue stream, directly advancing public service funding through fee-based taxation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill directs 90% of assessment fees to community substance abuse revolving fund, funding rehabilitation programs that reduce recidivism, a core criminal justice reform goal.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases fees to fund substance abuse counseling services via Community-based Substance Abuse Revolving Fund, supporting mental health care access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Substance Abuse

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died · Oklahoma · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 1175: Charitable organizations; Oklahoma Solicitation of Charitable Contributions Act; registration fee; effective date.

HB 1175 requires charitable organizations soliciting donations within Oklahoma to register annually with the Secretary of State before collecting funds, unless exempt. Charities expecting annual donations under $10,000 pay a $15 fee (split between the Attorney General and Secretary of State), while others pay $65 (with specific allocations to state funds). Organizations must disclose detailed public information, including leadership, expense breakdowns, fundraising methods, and donation use, with registration tied to annual tax filing deadlines. This bill directly affects all nonprofits soliciting in Oklahoma, adding registration and reporting requirements to protect donors and ensure transparency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes registration fees on charities, with proceeds allocated to state funds, generating new revenue for state budget management.90% confidence

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 326: Income tax; providing credit for certain occupational licensing fees. Effective date.

SB 326 creates an income tax credit for Oklahoma taxpayers who pay state-mandated fees to obtain or renew occupational licenses (e.g., for professions like nursing, contracting, or cosmetology). The credit covers fees paid to state agencies or approved third parties for licensing, certification, or required continuing education. To claim it, taxpayers must provide documentation to the Oklahoma Tax Commission and not have had their license suspended during the tax year. The credit applies to tax years starting in 2026 and cannot reduce tax liability below zero, with the bill taking effect November 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates income tax credit for occupational licensing fees, reducing taxable income for eligible taxpayers and providing direct tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Income Tax Tax Credits Tags Licensing

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 10, 2025

SB 47: Taxation; modifying special license fee for coin-operated music and amusement devices. Effective date.

SB 47 modifies Oklahoma's annual license fee for coin-operated music and amusement devices, reducing the fee from $75 to $37.50 per machine. It directly affects businesses operating these devices, such as arcades or music machines, by lowering their annual licensing cost. The bill also updates fee structures for other coin-operated devices (like vending machines), clarifies billing for bulk vending devices, and makes statutory language gender-neutral. It specifies that these fees replace applicable sales taxes, and includes provisions for seasonal events like fairs. The changes take effect January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces annual license fee for businesses from $75 to $37.50, providing direct tax relief for affected operators per bill summary.95% confidence

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