Rep. Justin Humphrey

Maddy summaryHB 1239 would make chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, and ivermectin available over-the-counter without prescriptions in Oklahoma. Pharmacists and pharmacies would be prohibited from requiring prescriptions for these drugs. Violations would result in immediate license revocation and a $100,000 fine per occurrence. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1334 modifies how Oklahoma public retirement systems pay for health insurance premiums for retired non-education employees. It sets a new monthly contribution limit of $105 or $210 (depending on the retirement system) toward health insurance premiums, whichever is less than the actual premium cost. This applies to retirees from the Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System, Law Enforcement Retirement System, and Uniform Retirement System for Justices and Judges who are receiving benefits. The change affects retirees who continue health coverage after retirement, requiring them to cover any premium costs exceeding the system's contribution. The bill replaces previous payment structures and takes effect on the bill's effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 1337 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Legal Notice Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. It does not create new legal requirements or affect any specific group; it solely establishes the act's name and implementation timeline. The bill is noncodified, meaning it will not be added to Oklahoma's official statutes. This is a standard naming and timing measure for future legal notice procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 1269 repeals Oklahoma Statute §1700 (2021), which previously addressed "horse tripping and bear wrestling" as criminal offenses. The bill removes this outdated law from the state code with no new provisions or mechanisms. It directly affects no individuals or entities, as it eliminates a repealed statute with no current enforcement. The repeal takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1335 sets conditions for retirement benefit increases for retirees in seven Oklahoma public pension systems (including Firefighters, Police, Judges, Law Enforcement, Teachers, and Public Employees). It requires a 4% benefit increase for eligible retirees if the retirement system's funded ratio (assets relative to liabilities) remains at least 80% after the increase; otherwise, a 2% increase applies. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and applies to retirees not receiving benefits under specific prior provisions. It does not create new benefits but ties increases to the financial health of each retirement fund.

Maddy summaryHB 1340 amends the definitions section of Oklahoma's Governmental Tort Claims Act to clarify who qualifies as a "claimant" and "employee" for filing claims against the state or political subdivisions. It adds specific definitions for "Charitable health care provider" and "Community health care provider," including health care professionals working under contract at federally qualified health centers or community health centers. The bill also expands the definition of "Employee" to include contracted health care workers, such as those providing medical care in correctional facilities or community health centers. These changes directly affect health care providers, claimants, and state agencies when processing tort claims under the act.

Maddy summaryHB 1343 abolishes Oklahoma's Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and transfers all its duties, powers, responsibilities, property (including records, funds, and equipment), and assets to the State Department of Corrections. This bill directly affects the mental health department's operations and the corrections department's expanded responsibilities. The transfer takes effect on July 1, 2025, as specified in the bill's effective date. The legislation eliminates the standalone mental health department, consolidating its functions under corrections.

Maddy summaryHB 1308 prohibits certain foreign entities (including those from countries under U.S. arms export controls or designated by the State Department) from owning non-agricultural real property in Oklahoma. It requires these entities to sell such property within two years if already owned and authorizes the Attorney General to sue for violations, leading to court-ordered sales if not divested. The bill defines "real property" as land not classified as agricultural (which includes farm/ranch land outside city limits), excluding mineral rights and small farms with low annual sales. Violations result in mandatory property sales, with proceeds going to lienholders before being distributed to the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1312 makes it a felony for individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. to be arrested for a criminal offense in Oklahoma, punishable by up to life in prison. However, courts may suspend prosecution and order deportation instead, requiring the Department of Corrections to arrange transportation to return the person to their country of origin. If someone returns to Oklahoma after deportation and is arrested again, the court can revoke the suspended sentence and impose the full original prison term. The law takes effect on November 1, 2025, directly affecting undocumented immigrants arrested for state crimes.

Maddy summaryHB 1319 grants elected state officials (such as legislators and the governor) the right to inspect Oklahoma's correctional facilities, including unannounced visits, to verify compliance with Department of Corrections policies. The bill requires the Department to allow officials access to inmates upon request and implement security protocols that maintain safety during visits without compromising facility operations. Higher-risk facilities will receive more frequent inspections. The law takes effect on November 1, 2025.