Rep. Chris Banning

Maddy summaryHB 2979, the Talyn Bain Act, requires Oklahoma's Department of Transportation (ODOT) to establish 45 mph school zones on specific state highways when local jurisdictions (like school districts or municipalities) request them. This applies to highways meeting three conditions: having four or more lanes adjacent to a school, having a 65+ mph speed limit without special access features near a school, or being within 150 yards of school property. After establishment, the requesting local jurisdiction must cover all maintenance and operational costs for the zone signage and equipment. The reduced speed limit is enforced only when flashing beacons are active during school drop-off/pick-up times or additional approved hours.

Maddy summaryHB 3338 names the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It specifies the act will not be included in Oklahoma's official legal code (noncodification). This is a purely procedural bill with no substantive changes to licensing rules, professional standards, or regulations for occupations. It affects no specific professions or individuals, as it only establishes the act's name and effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 2978 requires Oklahoma school libraries to select materials based on "community standards" for the population they serve, while explicitly excluding depictions or descriptions of sexually explicit conduct (as defined in Oklahoma law). The bill affects all public school library media programs by changing how they acquire print, digital, and multimedia resources. Key provisions mandate that library collections reflect local community norms for age-appropriate materials, with no inclusion of content meeting the legal definition of sexually explicit conduct. The policy takes effect on November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 2981 requires school districts with over 15,000 average daily students or 100,000+ population to post all board meeting minutes on their website within two weeks of approval, with the minutes accessible within two clicks from the homepage. Failure to comply results in an "administration and organization deficiency" during accreditation reviews. The bill also clarifies that executive sessions for student discipline or staff matters must still be followed by public votes, and allows districts to submit an Affidavit of Board Action as proof of decisions instead of full minutes. It applies directly to large Oklahoma school districts and takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1250 requires Oklahoma public school districts and charter schools to annually submit a list of all library materials to the State Department of Education, either through their online catalog or a written attestation. The bill prohibits any pornographic materials or sexualized content from being accessible to students under 18 in school libraries and mandates that schools establish a written policy for reviewing materials and handling complaints. Schools failing to comply face a 5% reduction in state funding, with the State Department of Education investigating reported violations, notifying parents, and allowing schools to request a hearing before the State Board of Education. This law aims to ensure age-appropriate library access while establishing clear reporting and enforcement mechanisms.

Maddy summaryHB 2980 amends Oklahoma's vehicle insurance verification requirements for motor vehicle registration. It allows licensed registration operators (like DMV agents) to accept physical proof of insurance or verification from an insurance producer via email if the online system is unavailable or they determine the physical proof appears valid. This directly affects vehicle owners registering or renewing registration in Oklahoma, as it provides flexibility in submitting proof of insurance beyond the current online system. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1864 removes Oklahoma's state-mandated minimum salary schedules for certified school personnel (including teachers) starting with the 2026-2027 school year. Instead, school districts will determine their own salary schedules for these employees, replacing the previous state-set pay tables. The bill also requires districts to provide written notice to teachers if retirement benefits would reduce their salary below the district's schedule, and allows districts to credit up to five years of out-of-state or military teaching experience toward salary. This change directly affects public school employees and districts across Oklahoma.

Maddy summaryHB 2983, titled the "Oklahoma Film Investment Act of 2026," is a procedural bill that names the act and sets its effective date. It does not establish new economic development policies or affect specific entities. The bill simply designates the name for future legislation and specifies November 1, 2026, as its effective date. No substantive provisions or mechanisms are detailed in the provided text.

Maddy summaryHB 2982 expands Oklahoma's Higher Learning Access Program to include children of certified classroom teachers who graduated during the 2024-2025 school year. The bill amends Section 2605 of the Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program statute to add this new eligibility category, allowing these students to qualify for program benefits without altering existing financial need requirements. The program currently requires students to meet income thresholds based on family size and adjust gross income, but this change specifically targets children of teachers graduating in that academic year. The bill does not change other program rules or income limits, only adding this new qualifying group to the existing framework.

Maddy summaryHB 3337 modifies fees charged by Oklahoma's State Treasurer for financial services and establishes a new securities lending program. It increases fees for returned checks ($25), rejected warrants ($5 per item), and stop payments ($15 per item), and adds a 0.05% annual fee (5 basis points) on the state's blended investment portfolio starting in 2026. The bill creates a "Securities Lending and Custodial Fee Revolving Fund" to cover costs from lending state securities to financial institutions, with excess income going to the General Revenue Fund. These changes directly affect the State Treasurer's office and state agencies managing state funds.