Rep. Gerrid Kendrix

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the sunset date for the Oklahoma Abstractors Board from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2036, ensuring the board continues operating without automatic dissolution. It updates the board's statutory language and requires electronic submission of certain reports. The bill directly affects the board, its nine appointed members (including abstractors, real estate brokers, attorneys, and bank officers), and the professionals regulated under the Oklahoma Abstractors Act.

Maddy summarySB 1316 requires multiple Oklahoma state agencies to review and potentially renew their permanent administrative rules every four years. Starting February 1, 2027, certain agencies (like the Alcohol Beverage Commission, Accountancy Board, and Department of Labor) must submit their rules to the legislature for review, with rules expiring unless renewed. Additional agencies follow staggered review schedules in 2028, 2029, and 2030. This procedural bill does not change agency policies but mandates periodic legislative oversight of existing rules.

Maddy summaryHB 2730 modifies Oklahoma's tax interest rates and penalties for late payments. It sets interest on overdue state taxes at 1.25% per month (based on the Wall Street Prime rate plus 3%) and establishes specific penalty timelines: 10% penalties apply after 15 days for sales/use taxes or 30 days for other taxes, unless paid within 60 days of notice. The bill also updates refund interest deadlines, requiring the Tax Commission to pay interest on delayed refunds within 30 days for electronic filings or 90 days for paper returns. These changes apply to all delinquent accounts as of the bill's effective date, November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 392 extends the expiration date of Oklahoma's Long-Term Care Facility Advisory Council from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026. The council, which advises on standards for nursing homes, residential care facilities, and adult day care services, continues with its existing structure of 13 members including healthcare professionals and public representatives over age 65. This extension ensures uninterrupted review of care quality, facility regulations, and enforcement under the Nursing Home Care, Residential Care, and Adult Day Care Acts. The bill does not alter the council's duties or membership requirements.

Maddy summarySB 1273 creates the Oklahoma State Agency, Board, and Commission Review Task Force to evaluate all state agencies, boards, and commissions for efficiency and necessity. The nine-member task force - appointed by Senate and House leaders plus the Governor - must review these entities and recommend consolidations, eliminations, or duty changes to the Legislature. It must submit its first report by January 31, 2027, and annually thereafter, electronically to the Senate President, House Speaker, and Governor. Task force members serve without pay but may be reimbursed for travel expenses.

Maddy summaryHB 4318 allows Oklahoma businesses collecting sales and use tax to deduct a small amount for record-keeping and filing costs. Specifically, it authorizes a 1% deduction on the tax owed (capped at $1,000 per month per business account), but excludes deductions for direct payment permits or late filings (unless due to a declared natural disaster). The bill applies directly to businesses that collect and remit sales/use tax in Oklahoma, covering both the tax calculation process and monthly reporting requirements. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 397 extends the expiration date of Oklahoma's State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026, preventing its automatic dissolution. The bill directly affects licensed behavioral health professionals (counselors, family therapists, and behavioral practitioners) by ensuring ongoing oversight of their licensure and practice standards. This change maintains the existing board structure and its authority to manage licensing, examinations, and professional conduct rules without altering the board's responsibilities or creating new regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 4320 requires Oklahoma state agencies to reduce their permanent administrative rules by 25% within two years of the law's effective date (November 1, 2026). Agencies must first identify a baseline rule count (75% of current rules) and target obsolete, duplicative, or burdensome rules for removal or consolidation. Each agency must submit annual reports detailing their progress, excluded rules (those with specific statutory authority), and justification for retaining major rules. Non-compliance prohibits agencies from creating new permanent rules until corrected. The law applies directly to all state agencies subject to administrative rulemaking.

Maddy summaryThis bill re-creates the Oklahoma Strategic Military Planning Commission to coordinate state responses to potential military base realignments or closures. The Commission will include five Governor-appointed members representing communities near specific military installations (Altus AFB, Vance AFB, Fort Sill, McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, and Tinker AFB), two non-voting legislative members, and two non-voting executive members (Secretary of Veterans Affairs and Adjutant General). The Commission must follow open meeting and records laws and will dissolve on December 31, 2030, with the bill taking immediate effect due to an emergency declaration.

Maddy summarySB 1462 extends the deadline for the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force from June 1, 2026, to July 1, 2036. The task force, composed of 15 members representing law enforcement, retail associations, and government agencies, must submit a report by December 31, 2025, analyzing organized retail theft impacts and recommending solutions. The bill updates statutory language and declares an emergency to take effect July 1, 2026. It directly affects the task force members, state officials receiving the report, and Oklahoma businesses impacted by retail theft.