Rep. Jim Shaw

Maddy summaryHB 3726 requires Oklahoma Turnpike Authority bonds issued after a certain date to be secured solely by toll revenue from specific turnpike projects, not general state funds. It prohibits using revenue from one turnpike project to fund other projects or general operations, mandating separate financial accounts for each project's revenue. This directly affects how the Authority finances and manages its turnpike infrastructure, ensuring project-specific funding. The bill amends existing laws (69 O.S. 2021, Sections 1705, 1709, 1711, 1717, 1719) to enforce these financial safeguards.

Maddy summaryHB 3727 prohibits Oklahoma political subdivisions (like cities, counties, and school districts) from using public funds to hire registered lobbyists or pay nonprofits that hire such lobbyists. It allows local governments to reimburse employees for travel related to legislative advocacy, provide information to lawmakers, or support nonprofit associations offering non-lobbying services like bill tracking. The bill also creates a six-year cooling-off period, banning former state legislators from working as lobbyists after their term ends, effective January 2027. The law takes effect November 1, 2026, and includes provisions for citizens to seek court injunctions and recover attorney fees if public funds are misused.

Maddy summaryHB 3733 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Immigration Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not create new immigration policies or affect any individuals or groups, as it establishes only the bill's title and implementation timeline. The bill text explicitly states it is "not to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes," meaning it has no substantive legal effect beyond naming the act. This is a standard procedural step for legislative bills, not a policy change. No specific provisions or mechanisms are detailed in the provided text.

Maddy summaryThe provided context for HB 3736 does not include substantive policy details or provisions of the "Oklahoma Health Care Reform Act of 2026." The bill text only establishes its name, states it will not be codified in Oklahoma Statutes, and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. Without additional information on specific healthcare reforms, affected groups, or mechanisms, a factual summary of the bill's content cannot be generated. This appears to be a procedural or naming bill rather than one with concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 3730 creates the "Oklahoma Firearms Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This procedural bill establishes the name and implementation timeline for the legislation but does not detail specific policy changes or provisions. It is currently in early committee review with no substantive content provided in the bill text. The bill's purpose is administrative naming, not policy enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 3731 is a procedural bill that names the "Elections Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not describe any substantive election policy changes or provisions. The bill solely establishes the name and effective date for a future law titled the "Elections Act of 2026." This is a routine naming and effective date bill, not a substantive legislative measure.

Maddy summaryHB 3737 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Health Care Reform Act of 2026" for reference purposes but contains no substantive policy changes. It establishes this title for future legislative references and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, without creating new requirements or altering health care programs. The bill is non-codified (not part of Oklahoma's official statutes) and serves only as a naming convention. It does not directly affect residents, providers, or health care systems, as it contains no operational provisions.

Maddy summaryHJR 1073 is a procedural resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to establish the "Initiative Petitions Act of 2026" in Oklahoma's Constitution. It would create a new process allowing citizens to directly propose constitutional changes through petitions, requiring the Secretary of State to submit such proposals to voters for approval or rejection. The bill specifically sets the ballot title language for this voter initiative and outlines administrative steps for filing the resolution. This measure does not change existing laws but establishes the framework for future citizen-led constitutional amendments. It affects Oklahoma citizens seeking to propose constitutional changes and state officials administering the initiative process.

Maddy summaryHB 3724 regulates large energy users by defining "high-demand facilities" as commercial, industrial, or institutional sites using 75 megawatts or more of electricity. The bill prohibits these facilities from receiving taxpayer-funded subsidies (like tax credits or grants) and requires them to fully cover all grid infrastructure costs and water usage impacts. It mandates water recycling, limits daily water withdrawals to 25% of a provider’s current rate, and bans construction by foreign entities or on agricultural land. Additionally, facilities must submit decommissioning plans and comply with local noise rules without exceptions.

Maddy summarySB 1850 requires most Oklahoma employers to verify new employees' work authorization using the federal E-Verify system within three business days of hiring. Employers must provisionally hire workers until verification is confirmed and maintain records for at least three years. The law exempts employers already compliant with federal verification rules and those who hired staff before the law's effective date. It does not replace federal immigration law requirements, and violations could result in fines up to $5,000 per incident.