Rep. Marilyn Stark

Maddy summaryHB 1176 creates new felony charges for exploiting vulnerable adults by taking their money, assets, or property. It specifically targets two practices: (1) taking funds/assets through a position of trust or business relationship, or (2) purchasing residential property from elderly (62+) or disabled adults for less than 70% of market value. Violations involving $100,000+ in assets carry up to 15 years in prison and $10,000 fines, while lower-value cases carry up to 10 years and the same fine. The law directly affects elderly and disabled adults who may be targeted by others seeking to take advantage of their vulnerability.

Maddy summaryHB 1174 would establish a Human Trafficking Awareness and Education Program to be administered by the Oklahoma Bureau. The program would provide educational materials and training to schools, community organizations, and law enforcement to prevent trafficking and support victims. It directly affects public safety efforts by increasing community knowledge and response capabilities across Oklahoma. The bill is currently under review by the Appropriations and Budget committee.

Maddy summaryHB 1172 prohibits health care providers and students in clinical training programs from performing certain intimate exams (breast, pelvic, urogenital, prostate, or rectal) on unconscious or anesthetized patients without specific consent. It requires written informed consent for such exams unless one of four exceptions applies: prior consent for the exam itself, consent for related surgery/diagnosis, an emergency where consent is impracticable, or a court order. Violations carry felony penalties of up to five years in prison, a $20,000 fine, or both, plus potential licensing sanctions. The law directly affects medical students and licensed providers during educational training programs and becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1179 requires Oklahoma public and charter school staff to include a student’s parent, legal guardian, or designated "alternate adult" (such as a homeless shelter case manager for homeless students) in all electronic or digital communications about the student, unless the communication occurs on a school-approved platform for academic purposes. Exceptions apply for emergencies, but schools must later notify the parent or guardian. Schools must train staff on these rules by July 2025, and staff who violate the policy face administrative leave during investigation, with possible discipline up to termination if misconduct is found. The bill directly affects school personnel, students, and families, particularly those supporting homeless youth.

Maddy summaryThis Oklahoma bill prohibits health care providers and medical students from performing intimate exams (breast, pelvic, urogenital, prostate, or rectal) on unconscious or anesthetized patients during clinical training without specific consent. It requires written consent for such exams unless the exam is part of a prior surgical procedure, an emergency, or court-ordered for evidence collection. Violations are punishable as felonies, with penalties including up to five years in prison, $20,000 fines, or both, plus potential licensing penalties. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1176 strengthens protections for elderly (62+) and disabled adults by criminalizing specific financial exploitation. It prohibits individuals in trusted positions or with business relationships from misusing their funds/assets (with intent to deprive them or benefit others), and bans purchasing their residential property for less than 70% of market value - including contract flipping. Violations involving $100,000+ in assets carry up to 15 years in prison and $10,000 fines; lower-value cases carry up to 10 years and the same fine. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1171 would limit Oklahoma's sales tax exemption for nonprofits to those with gross revenues under $1 million annually, while maintaining exemptions for alcohol and tobacco sales. This directly affects qualifying nonprofits like charities, religious organizations, schools, and libraries that currently receive tax exemptions but exceed the new revenue threshold. The bill amends Oklahoma Statutes § 1356 to add this revenue cap as a new eligibility requirement for tax-exempt status. Nonprofits surpassing $1 million in annual gross revenue would lose their exemption under this provision.

Maddy summaryHB 1179 requires Oklahoma schools to include parents, legal guardians, or a designated "alternate adult" (defined as a case manager from homeless support agencies for homeless students) in electronic communications with students, unless using school-approved platforms for academic purposes. It mandates schools to train staff on these communication rules and prioritize approved platforms that automatically include families. Violations could lead to staff being placed on administrative leave during investigations, with potential discipline up to termination if misconduct is confirmed. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025, with emergency provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 1174 creates the Human Trafficking Awareness and Education Program within Oklahoma's education system. The bill requires schools to provide annual training materials about human trafficking to staff and students, focusing on prevention and recognition. Key provisions mandate that the program be integrated into school curricula and staff development, with materials developed by the Oklahoma Department of Education. This bill directly affects public schools and their staff by adding a new educational requirement related to human trafficking awareness.