Rep. Chris Sneed

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Oklahoma's insurance laws to allow certain local government entities and districts to join the state's Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Plans. It directly affects cities, towns, counties, hospitals, water and sewer districts, and other public organizations that currently do not participate in the state employee insurance program. The key provision requires these groups to apply in writing and meet underwriting criteria, with approval granted by a majority vote of their governing bodies. Participating groups must pay the same insurance premiums as state and education employees, and the bill outlines specific rules for when employees can continue coverage after retirement or leaving their jobs.

Maddy summaryHB 3825 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new regulations or change existing laws governing professions or occupations. The bill simply provides a title for future legislation and specifies when it will take effect. No specific professions, occupations, or policy mechanisms are addressed in this naming act.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the official name for Oklahoma's upcoming election laws as the "Elections Act of 2026." It does not change any election rules or procedures but simply provides a formal title for future legislation. The law will take effect on November 1, 2026, which is the date when the new election statutes are scheduled to begin. This measure affects all election officials and voters in Oklahoma by setting the effective date for the comprehensive election framework. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing on naming and timing rather than substantive policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 3824 is a procedural bill that establishes the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" as a new law, but explicitly states it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. It sets the effective date for the act as November 1, 2026. The bill does not create new regulations or affect any professions, occupations, or individuals - it solely names the act and defines its procedural status. This is a standard naming and organizational measure with no substantive policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 3812 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not introduce new regulations, licensing requirements, or professional standards - it merely provides a title and effective date for future legislation. The bill specifies it will not be codified into the Oklahoma Statutes. This is a formal naming measure with no direct policy impact on professionals or the public.

Maddy summaryHB 3806 creates a tax credit for Oklahoma businesses that accept credit or debit card payments. It allows eligible businesses to claim a credit equal to 100% of their credit card processing fees that exceed 2% of total transaction volume. The credit reduces state income tax liability but cannot lower it below zero, and unused portions may be carried forward for up to five years. This applies to taxable years beginning January 1, 2027, and affects businesses like retailers, restaurants, and service providers processing card payments. The credit is allocated to business owners (e.g., partners, shareholders) if the business is treated as a partnership for federal tax purposes.

Maddy summaryHB 3815 is a procedural bill that names the "Insurance Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new insurance regulations or affect any specific groups. The bill solely provides the official title and implementation date for future insurance legislation. As a naming and dating measure, it has no substantive policy provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 3798 prohibits Oklahoma health care providers from performing gender transition procedures on minors under 18 and bans state health insurance plans (including Medicaid/SoonerCare) from covering these procedures for anyone starting November 1, 2026. The bill defines "gender transition procedures" to include surgeries and certain medications like puberty blockers or cross-sex hormones, but excludes treatments for precocious puberty, disorders of sex development (DSD), and emergency care. This law directly affects minors seeking gender-affirming care, health care providers, and state insurance programs. It becomes effective November 1, 2026, with specific exceptions for existing treatments and medical emergencies.

Maddy summaryHB 3811 names the legislation as the "Elections Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill with no substantive policy changes to election rules or voter procedures. It does not directly affect voters, election officials, or existing election processes. The bill serves only to formally establish the act's title and implementation date.

Maddy summaryHB 3830 establishes the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill that names the act and specifies its implementation date without detailing substantive regulations. It does not describe new rules for professions or occupations. The bill is currently in the early stages of review after introduction on February 2, 2026.