Rep. Kevin West

Maddy summaryHB 3140 is a procedural bill that establishes the name "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not create new regulations or affect professions/occupations, as it explicitly states the act will not be codified in Oklahoma Statutes. The bill serves only to formally name the legislation and set its implementation timeline. It directly affects no individuals or professions, as it contains no substantive policy changes. This is a routine naming and scheduling measure, not a policy bill.

Maddy summarySB 970 requires noncustodial parents (those with court-ordered visitation rights) to notify custodial parents if they are receiving in-patient mental health treatment that prevents them from meeting court-ordered visitation or other requirements. The bill specifies that this notice must be provided directly to the custodial parent or their representative, without requiring disclosure of medical details. It applies to treatment at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health facilities or certified providers and takes effect November 1, 2025. The bill was rejected by the House and died in conference committee in May 2025, so it did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 1224 allows certain minors to consent to specific health services without parental approval, including treatment for pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, substance abuse, or sexual assault. Parents generally retain access to their minor child's medical records, but this right is limited when the minor uses the bill's self-consent provisions for the listed health conditions. Health professionals must make a reasonable attempt to notify parents for emergency care but are not required to inform them for most other services covered under the bill. The bill also protects health providers from liability when acting in good faith under these rules, ensuring minors' confidentiality in sensitive health matters.

Maddy summaryHB 1224 allows certain minors in Oklahoma to consent to specific health services without parental permission, including treatment for pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, substance abuse, and sexual assault. It clarifies that parents generally have the right to access their minor child's medical records, but this access is restricted when the minor seeks care for the conditions listed in the bill. Health professionals must make a reasonable effort to inform parents about emergency treatments but are not required to notify them for other services. The bill also prohibits sharing a minor's health information without consent, except as required by law or for public health purposes.

Maddy summarySB 970 requires noncustodial parents to notify custodial parents if they are receiving in-patient mental health treatment (at state mental health facilities or certified facilities) that prevents them from complying with court-ordered visitation or other requirements. This notification must come directly from the noncustodial parent or their representative. The bill affects custodial parents who rely on court-ordered visitation schedules, ensuring they are informed when treatment disrupts parenting plans. It becomes effective November 1, 2025, and codifies this notification requirement in Oklahoma law.

Maddy summarySB 1014 adds a 5% local bid preference for public construction contracts exceeding $100,000 (or $50,000 for subcontracts). It requires local governments to award contracts to the second-lowest qualified bidder who agrees to match the non-local bid price, provided they document economic benefits to the local area. This applies to counties, cities, and public trusts but excludes federal-funded projects. The bill does not change the requirement to award to the lowest responsible bidder overall, only adds this limited local preference option.

Maddy summaryHB 1216 amends Oklahoma law to strengthen the Construction Industries Board's regulatory authority over licensed contractors in plumbing, electrical, roofing, and mechanical trades, as well as building inspectors and home inspectors. The bill establishes a fivefold penalty for second or subsequent violations of licensing rules, requires Board review of all fines within 90 days, and mandates annual financial reporting audited by the State Auditor. It directly affects licensed professionals and businesses in these trades by standardizing enforcement and fines, while excluding public utilities and similar entities from these regulations. The law also clarifies the Board's power to investigate violations, subpoena records, and handle appeals under existing administrative procedures. This bill became effective after being passed with veto overridden (93-0) in the Oklahoma Legislature.

Maddy summaryHB 1216 updates Oklahoma's Construction Industries Board authority to enforce licensing rules for plumbing, electrical, roofing, mechanical trades, and home inspection. It establishes a five-times penalty for repeat violations of licensing rules, requires all fines to be reviewed by the full Board within 90 days, and mandates annual audits of collected fees and penalties. The bill affects licensed contractors, inspectors, and related businesses regulated under the Board's jurisdiction. It explicitly excludes public utilities, gas plants, and similar entities from being subject to these fines.

Maddy summarySB 1014 modifies Oklahoma's Public Competitive Bidding Act to require local governments (counties, cities, and public trusts) to offer a 5% price preference to local bidders for public construction contracts over $100,000 (or $50,000 for subcontractors), provided the local bidder is the second-lowest qualified bid and agrees to the same price as non-local bidders. This preference must be justified by demonstrating economic benefits to the local area and is only allowed if the local bidder maintains a physical business presence in Oklahoma. The law applies to most public construction contracts but excludes projects using federal funds where conflicts may arise. It does not change the requirement to award contracts to the lowest responsible bidder overall, only adds a limited local preference mechanism.

Maddy summarySB 518 requires medical marijuana businesses in Oklahoma to use specific warning labels on all products sold to licensed patients. The labels must include mandatory statements like "For use by licensed medical marijuana patients only," "Keep out of reach of children," and warnings about driving under influence and pregnancy risks, along with potency details (THC/cannabinoids) and contaminant testing information. The law prohibits child-targeted packaging (such as cartoon characters) and bans health benefit claims on product containers. It applies to all medical marijuana businesses and takes effect November 1, 2025, after becoming law without the governor's signature on May 21, 2025.