Rep. Josh Cantrell

Maddy summaryHB 3897 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Health Care Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or provisions, as it is solely a naming act for future legislation. The bill does not directly affect any individuals or entities, as it only establishes a title and effective date without describing any healthcare reforms. This is a standard procedural step to formalize the name of an anticipated bill.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Oklahoma Mental Health Reform Act of 2026, establishes a new legal framework for mental health services in Oklahoma. It does not currently contain specific policy provisions or operational details, as it only creates a title for future legislation and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. The measure is currently in its early stages, having been introduced and referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration.

Maddy summaryHB 3900 is a procedural bill that establishes the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" as a named statute but specifies it will not be codified in Oklahoma's official legal code. It sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for the act. This bill does not create new regulations or affect any professions or occupations; it solely provides naming and timing details for a non-codified law. As a procedural measure, it has no substantive policy impact on licensing, practice, or oversight of professions.

Maddy summaryHB 3896 formally names the "Oklahoma Health Care Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This bill is procedural in nature, establishing the act's title and implementation timeline without detailing specific health care policies or provisions. It does not describe substantive reforms or affect any particular group, as it solely serves to name the upcoming legislation. The bill will become effective upon the designated date, pending further legislative action.

Maddy summaryHB 3888 requires behavioral health professionals (including counselors, therapists, and licensed alcohol and drug counselors) in Oklahoma to provide specific demographic, educational, and practice data when applying for or renewing their licenses. Applicants must disclose race, ethnicity, gender, education background, and internship details, while renewing professionals must report workforce trends like practice locations, client-facing hours, and telehealth use. The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services will compile this de-identified data into annual public reports for legislative review, without revealing personal information about individual licensees. The bill modifies multiple licensing acts to implement this data collection system, aiming to improve workforce analysis and planning.

Maddy summaryHB 3893 is a procedural bill that names the "Counties and County Officers Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not change existing laws or create new policies affecting counties, county officers, or residents. The bill solely establishes the name and effective date for a future legislative act.

Maddy summaryHB 3890 amends Oklahoma's criminal code to update the legal definition of who is exempt from criminal liability due to specific circumstances. It revises the list of exceptions (such as for children under 14, individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental illness who couldn't understand wrongfulness, and those acting under involuntary subjection) without adding new categories. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026, and affects criminal cases where defendants may claim these specific exemptions.

Maddy summaryHB 3889 requires Oklahoma sex offenders to disclose their internet communication identities (including email, chat, and social media handles) as part of their registration with law enforcement. It affects all individuals subject to Oklahoma's Sex Offenders Registration Act, particularly those with out-of-state convictions needing to provide certified court documents within 60 days of moving. The bill also specifies address verification frequencies based on risk level: annually for Level 1, semiannually for Level 2, and every 90 days for Level 3 or habitual offenders. It mandates that offenders submit proof of current address and household occupants during verification checks. These changes update registration requirements to include digital footprints and streamline address compliance processes.

Maddy summarySB 1650 requires all assisted living centers in Oklahoma to prominently display a "bill of rights" specific to the center and its staff. This bill of rights outlines 12 key provisions, including the center's right to be treated with respect, to terminate resident contracts under defined conditions (like health or safety risks), and to file grievances without fear of retaliation. The law applies to all assisted living facilities under Oklahoma’s Continuum of Care Act and takes effect on November 1, 2026. It focuses on clarifying operational rights for facilities, not altering resident protections.

Maddy summarySB 1197 requires counties to accept only cash or certified funds (not just cash) for tax-delinquent property resale auctions, affecting county treasurers and property owners. It defines "nuisance property" (e.g., properties with liens exceeding fair market value or environmental issues) and gives counties discretion not to bid on such properties unless municipalities demand it. The bill mandates counties to share resale property lists with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), allowing OHCA to release liens on blighted properties upon county request. These changes apply to county tax resale auctions under Oklahoma Statutes §3129, impacting how properties are sold and liens handled.