Housing

vetoed · Oklahoma · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 333: Oklahoma Housing Authorities Act; modifying definition.

SB 333 amends Oklahoma's Housing Authorities Act to update the definition of "area of operation" for city housing authorities. It specifically allows active, certified city housing authorities to use American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) for projects anywhere in the state until December 31, 2027, provided they consult with the city, county, and other housing authorities in the project area. This change applies only to ARPA/SLFRF-funded projects and does not alter existing boundaries for other housing initiatives. The amendment becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows housing authorities to use ARPA/SLFRF funds for statewide housing projects until 2027, advancing funding for housing initiatives without restrictions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 12, 2025

SB 681: Ad valorem tax; requiring notice of valuation increase to include information on limitation of fair cash value. Effective date.

SB 681 amends Oklahoma's property tax notice requirements to ensure homeowners with homestead properties receive clear information about value limits. Specifically, it requires county assessors to include details on applying for a "limit on fair cash value" (a homestead property tax cap) in written notices when property valuations increase. This applies directly to Oklahoma homeowners whose primary residence qualifies as a homestead under state law. The bill does not change tax rates but improves transparency in the notification process for affected property owners.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires notices to include homestead tax cap application info, enabling homeowners to access existing property tax relief without changing rates.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires tax notices with homestead cap info, helping homeowners avoid sudden tax increases and maintain housing affordability for primary residences.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

vetoed · Oklahoma · Senate May 5, 2025

SB 128: Forcible entry and detainer; extending time period for certain appearance; increasing time period for service of summons. Effective date.

SB 128 extends the required notice period for eviction cases (forcible entry and detainer) in Oklahoma from 3 days to 7 days before the court hearing for most cases, while maintaining a 3-day requirement for emergency evictions under specific subsections of Oklahoma law. It also updates summons language to be plain and understandable, requires public access to the summons form via the court website, and makes certain legal terms gender-neutral. The bill would have affected tenants and landlords in eviction proceedings by giving defendants more time to prepare. However, this bill was vetoed by the Governor on May 5, 2025, and is not currently law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends eviction notice period from 3 to 7 days for most cases, strengthening tenant protections by providing more time to respond to eviction proceedings.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 17, 2025

HB 2745: Revenue and taxation; banking privilege tax; deductions; effective date.

HB 2745 creates new tax deductions for Oklahoma banks and credit unions that earn interest on qualifying agricultural and housing loans. It allows institutions to deduct up to $500,000 annually (for those with over $750 million in Oklahoma deposits) or $250,000 (for smaller institutions) from their privilege tax bill. The deductions apply to interest earned on agricultural real estate loans, agricultural operating loans, and single-family residence loans made between 2025 and 2028. Total deductions across all institutions are capped at $5 million per year, with annual adjustments to maintain this limit.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates tax deductions for large banks/credit unions, reducing government revenue via privilege tax breaks, aligning with 'tax breaks primarily for wealthy'.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax deductions for banks making qualifying housing loans (single-family residences), incentivizing lending to advance housing development and affordability.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · Oklahoma · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SB 484: Municipalities; prohibiting approval of certain facility within certain locations. Emergency.

SB 484 prohibits municipalities with populations under 300,000 (per the latest federal census) from approving new schools, shelters, or homeless shelters operated within places of worship near existing schools, hospitals, or government buildings. The bill directly affects smaller Oklahoma cities and towns by restricting where certain facilities can be built. Key provisions remove ambiguous language about "property" and explicitly include homeless shelters in places of worship within the prohibited locations. This creates a clear geographic restriction to prevent new facilities from being sited adjacent to existing community infrastructure.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRestricts homeless shelter locations near schools/hospitals, limiting housing development for vulnerable populations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Housing

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 13, 2025

SB 274: Landlord and tenant; requiring criminal history screening policy for award of certain tax credit; establishing procedures for certain screening policies. Effective date.

SB 274 requires landlords receiving certain affordable housing tax credits (under federal or Oklahoma law) to implement a criminal history screening policy for tenant applications. It prohibits blanket denials based on criminal records and mandates an individualized review considering factors like the offense's seriousness, time since conviction, rehabilitation efforts, and relevance to tenant behavior. Landlords must provide applicants with the right to submit supporting documentation during this review process. The policy applies to tax credit awards starting January 1, 2026, and the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency will ensure compliance with these requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents blanket housing denials based on criminal records, mandates individualized reviews for rehabilitation/reentry - reduces recidivism barriers per criminal justice reform indicators.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents blanket tenant denials based on criminal history, requiring individualized reviews to protect tenant rights and reduce housing discrimination.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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