Rep. Justin Humphrey

Maddy summaryHB 1147 prohibits any individual, corporation, organization, or government entity in Oklahoma from constructing, operating, or maintaining facilities designed to capture or store carbon dioxide collected directly from the atmosphere. This law directly affects entities developing or planning carbon capture technology within the state, including energy companies and research organizations. Violating the ban is classified as endangering citizens, with penalties defined under existing Oklahoma law (Section 2-3-504 of Title 27A). The bill takes effect on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1309 pauses all executions in Oklahoma for individuals sentenced to death until the Legislature acts further. It prohibits the Court of Criminal Appeals from ordering executions, setting new execution dates, or allowing existing dates to proceed, and cancels all current execution dates. The bill suspends all Oklahoma statutes governing death penalty executions, though it does not overturn the death sentences themselves. This emergency measure takes immediate effect upon approval and remains in place until the Legislature repeals it.

Maddy summaryHB 1335 establishes conditions for retirement benefit increases for retirees and beneficiaries of Oklahoma's public pension systems (including Firefighters, Police, Judges, Law Enforcement, Teachers, and Public Employees). It requires a 4% benefit increase if a system's "funded ratio" (assets vs. liabilities) remains at least 80% after the increase, otherwise a 2% increase applies. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and offsets prior benefit increases under repealed provisions. It directly affects retirees in these systems by tying future increases to the financial health of their specific pension fund.

Maddy summaryHB 1336 clarifies proof requirements for Oklahoma's agricultural sales tax exemption, directly affecting farmers, ranchers, and custom farming operations. It establishes a standardized agricultural exemption permit, obtainable annually through county assessors by verifying farm property listings and tax compliance, and accepts documents like IRS Schedule F (though taxpayers won't be required to provide it), Farm Service Agency forms, or a state business description. The bill also specifies rules for out-of-state custom farmers needing residency proof and invoice certifications, and penalizes misuse with a $500 fine. The permit becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1323 directs Oklahoma's Water Resources Board to study the Kiamichi River's water flow and related impacts. The study must assess annual flow rates (including drought/flood periods), determine ecological flow needs, evaluate water removal limits without harming the environment or other users, and analyze effects of a proposed low-water dam on water movement, ecosystems, and recreation. The Board must submit a final report with findings and recommendations to state leaders by December 31, 2026. This bill does not change water rights or regulations but aims to inform future policy decisions. It becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1308 prohibits "prohibited foreign parties" - including certain foreign governments, entities from countries under U.S. arms regulations, and entities controlled by those groups - from acquiring or holding real property (non-agricultural land) in Oklahoma. Existing owners must divest within two years; if they fail, the Oklahoma Attorney General can sue to force a court-ordered sale, with proceeds going to lienholders. The law does not apply to agricultural land (defined as land used for farming, ranching, or forestry) or certain exemptions. It directly affects foreign entities meeting the bill’s specific definitions, not all foreign owners.

Maddy summaryHB 1327 prohibits students who claim to be imaginary animals or engage in "furries"-related behavior from participating in school curriculum or activities. It requires a student's parent or guardian to pick them up from school, or mandates animal control services to remove the student if they violate this rule. The bill applies directly to students exhibiting such behavior at school and takes effect on November 1, 2025. It does not address other student activities or provide exemptions for medical or cultural reasons.

Maddy summaryHB 1325 prohibits the sale of energy drinks containing over 150mg of caffeine per liter to anyone under 18 years old and requires age verification for sales. It directly affects minors (under 18) and businesses selling energy drinks, including retailers and employees handling such products. Key provisions include administrative fines ($100-$300 depending on offenses), driver’s license suspension for unpaid fines within 90 days, and rules requiring sellers to check ID when a buyer appears under 18. The ABLE Commission enforces the law, mandates parental notification for minor violations, and allows cities to adopt similar local ordinances. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1330 creates a 13-member task force to study Oklahoma's alcoholic beverage laws, directly affecting businesses holding state alcohol licenses (like bars and restaurants). The task force will examine reducing fees, eliminating unnecessary regulations, ending distributor monopolies, and allowing license holders to choose distributors or store records off-site. It must produce a final report with recommendations by December 31, 2025, to the Governor and legislative leaders. This bill establishes a study process but does not change current laws; it only authorizes the task force to investigate potential reforms.

Maddy summaryHB 1313 reduces penalties for misdemeanor cockfighting offenses in Oklahoma. It lowers the maximum fine for first-time offenders from $500 to $500 (unchanged for first offense) but increases fines for repeat offenses to $1,000 (second) and $2,000 (third+), while removing the possibility of jail time for these violations. The bill does not change what constitutes illegal cockfighting or the felony penalties for organizing fights (which remain up to 10 years in prison). It directly affects individuals convicted of misdemeanor-level cockfighting activities, such as promoting events or serving as a referee. The changes take effect November 1, 2025.