Technology

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 3047: State government; reports; Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency; procedures; effective date.

HB 3047 requires Oklahoma state agencies to file all statutorily mandated reports electronically with the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency (LOFT) instead of on paper. LOFT must create an online filing system, maintain a public index of all required reports with their status, and notify the Legislature when reports are available. Agencies may submit printed copies only if they provide a written explanation for why electronic filing isn't possible. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and is classified as an emergency measure. (This procedural bill directly affects state agencies and LOFT, with no direct impact on citizens or businesses.)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates electronic reporting for state agencies, advancing digital government operations and transparency through required online filing system.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 21, 2026

HB 3544: Technology; artificial intelligence; companions; minors; safety; civil penalties; effective date.

HB 3544 prohibits AI chatbots with human-like features (e.g., claiming sentience or seeking emotional bonds) from being available to minors under 18. It requires developers to implement age verification systems and offer alternative versions without such features for minors. Therapeutic chatbots providing mental health support are exempt if they include clear disclaimers, require professional oversight, provide clinical evidence of safety, and maintain transparency. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $7,500 per intentional violation, with minors or parents able to seek damages of $100-$750 per incident. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts therapeutic AI chatbots providing mental health support under strict safety, oversight, and clinical evidence requirements, protecting regulated mental health access for minors.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates AI chatbot safety for minors, requiring age verification and prohibiting deceptive features, aligning with consumer protection in digital rights.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 21, 2026

HB 2293: Oklahoma Broadband Office; extending termination of Board, Office and Council; duties; authority; effective date.

HB 2293 extends the Oklahoma Broadband Office's operations until December 31, 2030 (previously ending June 30, 2028) and reorganizes it as a division of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. The bill also extends the Broadband Governing Board and Broadband Expansion Council until 2030, maintaining their roles in overseeing statewide broadband grant programs, the Statewide Broadband Plan, and rural connectivity initiatives. These entities will continue managing federal and state funds for broadband expansion while operating under open-government laws. The changes ensure continuity for existing broadband infrastructure projects and grant programs without altering their core functions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill extends broadband office and programs, maintaining rural connectivity initiatives and expanding internet access through continued funding and oversight.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 3176: State development; Oklahoma Gas, Artificial Intelligence, and Space Research Hub; National Laboratory; Oklahoma Department of Commerce; effective date.

HB 3176 creates the Oklahoma Gas, Artificial Intelligence, and Space Research Hub (GAS Hub) as the state's central coordinator for recruiting a U.S. National Laboratory. The hub will prepare federal-ready sites, coordinate workforce development, aggregate state incentives, and serve as Oklahoma's formal applicant to agencies like the Department of Energy and NASA. It requires the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to administer the hub, working with state agencies including the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority. The bill mandates annual reports on federal engagement and site readiness, with implementation effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates AI/Space Research Hub to coordinate National Lab recruitment and workforce development, advancing tech infrastructure and federal collaboration.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 13, 2026

HB 3647: Health information; creating the Oklahoma Health Care Transparency Initiative Act of 2026; requiring and authorizing submission of certain data; providing data privacy and security protections; providing penalties; establishing Health Care Cost Transparency Board.

HB 3647 creates the "Oklahoma Health Care Transparency Initiative" requiring most licensed health care providers in Oklahoma to submit anonymized claims and enrollment data to a state-designated health information exchange starting July 1, 2026. It establishes an Office within the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to oversee the initiative, with limited exemptions for providers facing financial hardship, small practice size, or technological limitations. The law mandates strict confidentiality and privacy protections for patient data, aligning with federal standards like HIPAA, and prohibits misuse of the collected information. This initiative aims to build a centralized database for health care cost and utilization data, primarily affecting hospitals, clinics, and insurers participating in Oklahoma's health care system.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates strict confidentiality, privacy, and security for health data exchange, aligning with data privacy protections in technology policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 1386: Courts; requiring Supreme Court to establish certain pilot project; requiring promulgation of certain rules. Effective date.

SB 1386 requires Oklahoma's Supreme Court and Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) to establish statewide policies for recording judicial proceedings, including technical standards for audio/video systems, AI-assisted transcripts, and confidential audio channels. It mandates that recording systems support ADA-compliant closed captioning, secure metadata logging, and accurate transcription, while prohibiting local court funding for required equipment (using state appropriations instead). The bill directly affects all Oklahoma district courts and court reporters by updating recording, storage, and accessibility requirements under the Oklahoma Court Information System (OCIS), with penalties for noncompliance and whistleblower protections.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates state appropriations (not local) for court recording equipment, requiring state budget funding for essential judicial program.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates court recording standards with ADA compliance, enhancing transparency and accessibility in judicial proceedings, supporting fairer criminal justice processes.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates technical standards including AI-assisted transcripts, secure metadata logging, and ADA-compliant closed captioning, enhancing cybersecurity and accessibility in judicial proceedings.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 546: Data privacy; establishing consumer rights; appeal process; privacy notice; data protection assessments; penalties; liability. Effective date.

SB 546 establishes data privacy rights for Oklahoma residents by requiring businesses that process personal data (referred to as "controllers") to honor consumer requests about their information. It mandates clear privacy notices, prohibits deceptive "dark patterns" for consent, and gives consumers rights to access, correct, or delete their data. The law excludes health data covered by HIPAA, certain nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions. Businesses must respond to requests within specific timeframes and implement data protection measures, with enforcement by the Attorney General.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 546 establishes consumer data privacy rights, mandates business transparency, and prohibits deceptive practices - directly advancing data privacy protections under technology policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 1535: Personal Privacy Protection Act; adding certain exceptions to authorize disclosure of personal affiliation information. Effective date.

SB 1535 amends Oklahoma's Personal Privacy Protection Act to clarify when public agencies may disclose "personal affiliation information" (data identifying people as members, donors, or volunteers of 501(c) nonprofit organizations). It generally prohibits public agencies from requiring or disclosing this information but adds specific exceptions, such as for lawful court orders, Attorney General investigations, or court proceedings with protective orders to prevent public release. The bill directly affects individuals who support nonprofits and public agencies handling such data, ensuring privacy while allowing limited disclosures under strict legal conditions. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy protections by limiting disclosure of personal affiliation data under strict exceptions, aligning with privacy-focused technology policies.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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vetoed · Oklahoma · House May 29, 2025

HB 2769: Militia; Military Department; Adjutant General's duties; eligibility; authority; technology hardware or software; exempting federal programs; nonjudicial punishment; court-martial; creating National Guard CareerTech Assistance Program; creating revolving fund; effective date.

HB 2769 amends Oklahoma's military code to update the Oklahoma National Guard's structure and personnel rules. It requires the Adjutant General to have at least 8 years of Oklahoma National Guard service (previously 3 years) and sets their pay at Major General level. The bill creates the Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Program, which provides education funding through a revolving fund for eligible Guard members pursuing career-focused training. It also adjusts nonjudicial punishment procedures, clarifies Adjutant General authority, and modifies eligibility for retirement benefits. The law directly affects Oklahoma National Guard members, leadership, and administrative staff.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates CareerTech Assistance Program funding technology career training for National Guard members, directly supporting tech workforce development.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Program providing education funding via revolving fund for eligible Guard members, directly supporting veteran career transitions and benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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failed · Oklahoma · Senate May 29, 2025

SB 224: Student data; creating the Oklahoma Education and Workforce Statewide Longitudinal Data System.

Oklahoma Senate Bill 224 creates the Oklahoma Education and Workforce Efficiency Data System (EDS), a secure platform for state agencies to share de-identified student and workforce data across education and employment systems. It directly affects state agencies like the Oklahoma Department of Education, Workforce Commission, and higher education bodies by enabling data integration for improving educational outcomes and taxpayer return on investment. Key provisions include requiring strict privacy compliance (under FERPA and similar laws), prohibiting collection of sensitive data (religion, medical information), and establishing a Governance Council to oversee data access and vendor selection. The system aims to support evidence-based decisions while ensuring data privacy through formal agreements and anonymization for approved users like researchers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a data system explicitly for improving educational outcomes via data integration across education/workforce systems, directly advancing educational efficiency and results.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates secure platform for de-identified student data sharing, prioritizing privacy and security protocols per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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