Rep. Judd Strom

Maddy summaryHB 3415 requires state vendors to report subcontracting details - including tasks completed and the percentage of work subcontracted - to both the purchasing agency and the Central Purchasing Division within 10 days of subcontractor work completion. It mandates that all active vendor contracts be published in a public database maintained by the Central Purchasing Division, including vendor names, total costs, purchase order numbers, and deliverables descriptions. State agencies must submit detailed documentation (such as statements of work, capped hourly rates, and performance guarantees) to the Central Purchasing Division when entering new contracts. Additionally, agencies must conduct post-assessment reviews of contracted services within 30 days of milestones or contract end dates and report incomplete contracts in annual budget submissions with estimated completion timelines. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1304 increases daily tasting limits for customers at licensed establishments: spirits to 1.5 fluid ounces, wine to 6 ounces, and beer to 9 ounces per person. It also revises rules for employee training tastings, setting specific daily limits (e.g., 12 ounces of beer, 6 ounces of wine, 1.5 ounces of spirits) and requiring all training tastings to be voluntary for employees. The bill directly affects bars, restaurants, and retailers holding retail spirits, wine, or beer licenses in Oklahoma. Key provisions clarify that samples must be poured from sealed containers, remain on-premises, and prohibit mandatory consumption for employees during training.

Maddy summaryHB 1242 modifies Oklahoma's agricultural sales tax exemptions to clarify which farm-related purchases qualify for tax relief. It specifically exempts direct sales of farm products (like produce and dairy) to consumers, livestock sales (including cervidae like deer), feed, fertilizer, and farm equipment used in production. The bill requires purchasers to provide written certification confirming items will be used for agricultural purposes, with penalties for false certifications. This affects Oklahoma farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses purchasing qualifying goods, ensuring tax exemptions align with actual farm operations.

Maddy summaryHB 1245 modifies how retirement benefits are calculated for Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) members. It updates the rules for counting salary history (including maximum compensation limits for different time periods) and allows current Oklahoma Tax Commission members to elect to use their full constitutional salary for retirement calculations. The bill also revises definitions related to retirement terms, contributions, and benefit computation within OPERS statutes. These changes directly affect current and future OPERS members, particularly state/local government employees whose retirement benefits are based on salary history. The bill is currently in committee referral status as of February 2025.

Maddy summarySB 1956 designates a specific segment of U.S. Highway 169 (from Double Creek Bridge south to the Nowata-Rogers County line) as the "CPT David Ward Neely Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to install markers bearing this name along the designated route. It takes effect on November 1, 2026. This is a commemorative designation honoring CPT David Ward Neely, with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on residents or regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 3421 is a purely administrative bill that names the "State Government Act of 2026" and sets its effective date. It does not create new policies, alter existing laws, or affect any individuals, organizations, or government functions. The bill specifies that this act shall not be codified into the Oklahoma Statutes and will take effect on November 1, 2026. As a procedural measure, it has no substantive policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the "Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026" as a standalone law that will not be added to the existing Oklahoma Statutes. It applies to the state's criminal justice system and sets November 1, 2026, as the date when the law takes effect. The legislation is purely procedural, creating a new legal title for future criminal laws rather than changing any specific crime definitions or penalties.

Maddy summaryHB 3424 is a procedural bill that names the "Cities and Towns Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not create new policies or affect any specific entities; it simply establishes the title and effective date for this legislative act. The bill is purely administrative, with no substantive provisions or changes to city/town governance. As a naming resolution, it directly affects Oklahoma's municipal legal framework by formally designating the act's title.

Maddy summaryHB 3425 names the "Counties and County Officers Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill that does not create new policy or affect county operations. It establishes the official title for reference purposes and specifies when the act takes effect. The bill contains no substantive changes to county governance or officer responsibilities.

Maddy summaryHB 3423 is a procedural bill that names the "Public Buildings and Public Works Act of 2026" and sets its effective date. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it solely establishes the bill's official title and implementation timeline. The act will take effect on November 1, 2026, and is not intended to be codified in Oklahoma Statutes. This is a formal naming and scheduling measure with no substantive policy changes.