HB 1483 extends whistleblower protections to school support employees (like counselors, cafeteria workers, and administrative staff) in Oklahoma, alongside teachers. It prohibits school districts from disciplining these employees for reporting violations of law, the Oklahoma Constitution, or rules - whether to supervisors, school boards, law enforcement, or the State Department of Education. The bill requires school districts to prominently post this law and clarifies it doesn’t override student privacy rights under FERPA. The law takes effect July 1, 2025, after being approved by the governor on May 6, 2025.
HB 1328 increases the salary of Oklahoma game wardens employed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation for at least six months. It mandates a 20% pay raise based on their June 20, 2025 salary, effective July 1, 2025. The bill applies directly to all qualifying game wardens and includes an emergency declaration to take effect immediately upon passage. This is a concrete compensation change with no additional provisions or program requirements.
HJR 1085 is a procedural resolution directing Oklahoma voters to decide on repealing Section 1A of Article XXIII (the state's "right to work" constitutional provision) through a ballot referendum. It requires the Secretary of State to place the repeal proposal on the ballot with a specific title explaining it would remove the "right to work" constitutional language. The resolution sets the ballot language to ask voters: "SHALL THE PROPOSAL BE APPROVED?" with "YES" and "NO" options. This bill does not change Oklahoma law but initiates a voter approval process for a constitutional amendment. The resolution was introduced by Representative Deck and referred to the Rules Committee on February 3, 2026.
SB 2076 prohibits Oklahoma state contracts and tax incentives for companies using H-1B visas or optional practical training for jobs physically performed within Oklahoma. It applies only to Oklahoma-based work, not companies' out-of-state operations. Companies must certify compliance under penalty of perjury, and exceptions require a legislative waiver approved by both chambers. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and does not affect existing contracts or out-of-state activities.
HB 2229 increases Oklahoma's earned income tax credit (EITC) from 5% to 10% of the federal credit amount for qualifying residents. It directly affects low-to-moderate income individuals and families who claim the federal EITC, expanding their state tax benefit. The bill makes the credit refundable if it exceeds state tax liability and prorates the maximum credit based on Oklahoma adjusted gross income relative to federal income. Effective January 1, 2026, this change aligns Oklahoma's EITC percentage with the federal credit structure while maintaining the state's refundability provision.
HB 1836 amends Oklahoma law to define key terms for the State Use Program, which governs state procurement from organizations employing people with significant disabilities. It specifies that qualified nonprofits must employ at least 50% people with significant disabilities (including blind individuals) in direct production work, and defines terms like "manufactured," "processed," and "assembled" for procurement purposes. The bill establishes a "Central nonprofit agency" (CNA) to oversee the program, with the Office of Management and Enterprise Services approving the procurement schedule. It takes effect on November 1, 2025, directly affecting state agencies purchasing goods/services from participating disability-focused nonprofits.
SB 510 modifies Oklahoma's teacher salary schedule by changing how school districts count certain teaching experience toward salary increases. It specifically allows school districts to grant credit for up to 10 years of active military service toward state salary increments (previously limited to 5 years), while maintaining a 5-year limit for retirement credit. This change directly affects Oklahoma public school teachers seeking salary increases based on military service or out-of-state teaching experience. The bill updates existing salary schedule rules without altering base salary amounts or other experience credits.
This bill establishes the "Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Policy Act of 2025," creating a new framework for setting medical fees in workers' compensation cases. It directly affects medical providers treating work-related injuries and injured workers receiving medical care through workers' compensation. The policy will take effect on November 1, 2025, standardizing fee rates for medical services under workers' compensation claims.
HB 3177 sets a base annual salary of $53,000 for court reporters regularly employed by Oklahoma's Corporation Commission. It also establishes additional pay based on certifications: $2,000 per year for each qualifying certification (like RPR, RMR, or CRR) up to a maximum $8,000 annually, plus a $3,000 equipment allowance and $400 per year in longevity pay (capped at $8,000 total). These provisions apply specifically to court reporters working for the Corporation Commission, with salary adjustments tied to certification levels and years of service. The bill directly affects court reporters employed by the Corporation Commission, detailing concrete pay structures rather than broader policy changes.
HCR 1009 is a procedural concurrent resolution (not a bill) passed by the Oklahoma legislature. It urges Oklahoma's U.S. congressional delegation to support the federal **Credit for Caring Act**, which would provide working family caregivers with a $5,000 annual tax credit to offset caregiving costs. The resolution highlights that Oklahoma has 490,000 family caregivers contributing $6.6 billion in unpaid care annually, facing significant out-of-pocket expenses. It does not create new state law but advocates for federal action to support caregivers.
