Rep. Dell Kerbs

Maddy summarySB 1375 requires Oklahoma public high school students (grades 8-12) to complete a specific computer science unit to earn a standard diploma, effective for the 2024-2025 school year. It replaces the current "two units of computer technology" graduation requirement with a more defined computer science curriculum, including programming, hardware, and business applications like spreadsheets or databases. This policy directly affects all Oklahoma public high school students seeking a standard diploma, updating existing graduation requirements under state education law. The bill repeals prior versions of the same curriculum section to implement this change.

Maddy summaryHB 2996 removes the notarization requirement for certain electronic records submitted to Oklahoma's Service Oklahoma by authorized entities. It specifically exempts vehicle titling, registration, and other electronic documents submitted by eligible entities - such as auto dealers, rental agencies, salvage pools, and lienholders - from needing notarization under Oklahoma law. The bill defines "eligible entity" as organizations authorized by Service Oklahoma to handle these transactions, and clarifies this exemption applies only to records submitted electronically by those specific entities. The change takes effect November 1, 2026, streamlining electronic record submissions for businesses in the auto and vehicle services sector.

Maddy summaryHB 2995 creates the "Oklahoma Auto Crimes Act of 2026" as a non-codified legislative name and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. The bill does not establish new legal provisions or alter existing laws; it solely names the legislation and specifies its implementation date. This is a procedural bill with no direct policy changes or affected parties beyond the legislative naming process.

Maddy summaryHB 3027 creates a new "Youth Camp and Recreational Area Safety Revolving Fund" in the Oklahoma State Treasury to support safety improvements at youth camps and recreational areas. It requires all Oklahoma school districts to develop and annually update written emergency plans for severe weather and disasters, which must be filed with local emergency agencies by November 1 each year. Similarly, operators of youth camps and recreational campgrounds must create and annually update emergency plans covering hazards like flooding, evacuation routes, and alerts, submitting copies to their local emergency management director by the same deadline. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, and the fund will be used by the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management to implement these safety requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 3070 is a procedural bill that establishes the title "Disaster Loan Policy Act of 2026" for an uncodified act and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not create new policy or affect any specific group, as it solely names the act and specifies when it takes effect. The bill text confirms it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. This is a routine legislative naming and scheduling measure, not a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryHB 3077 amends Oklahoma's Higher Learning Access Program to provide state funding covering 100% of resident tuition and 50% of fees for eligible students at public colleges, private accredited Oklahoma colleges, and career training programs. It adds a five-year limit on program benefits (starting from first enrollment), excludes remedial noncredit courses, and prioritizes continuing students over new applicants for funding. The bill also requires the State Regents to establish maximum course limits and consider other financial aid when awarding benefits, effective July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 235 creates Oklahoma's "Grow Your Own Educator Program," which provides matching grants to eligible public school districts that help current employees pursue teaching degrees. School districts must have existing tuition or loan repayment programs for staff enrolled in accredited teacher preparation programs to qualify. The state establishes a dedicated "Grow Your Own Educator Revolving Fund" to cover the matching portion of these grants, awarded on a first-come basis with funds limited by available appropriations. Districts must report annually on employee progress and outcomes, while the state submits broader program reports to elected officials.

Maddy summarySB 235 establishes the Grow Your Own Educator Program, which helps school districts train current staff or community members to become teachers. It creates a grant application process for districts to fund these training initiatives, directly affecting school districts and local educators seeking to build teacher pipelines. The bill took effect immediately upon the governor’s approval on June 10, 2025, as an emergency measure. This law provides a concrete framework for districts to secure funding for educator development programs.

Maddy summaryHB 1751 changes Oklahoma's driver's license and identification card renewal rules. It shortens the renewal period from 16 years to 4 years from the expiration date of the previous license or ID card. The bill removes outdated references to "identification card" in renewal language and clarifies that renewals must occur within 4 years of the prior card's expiration. This directly affects all Oklahoma residents who hold driver's licenses or state ID cards. The changes took effect after the bill was passed and veto overridden on May 29, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1751 modifies Oklahoma's driver license and identification card renewal rules. It shortens the renewal period from every 16 years to every 4 years, based on the expiration date of the previous license or ID card. This change directly affects all Oklahoma drivers who renew their licenses or ID cards. The bill amends Section 10 of the relevant law to implement this specific renewal timeline adjustment.