Rep. Nick Archer

Maddy summarySB 912 increases the Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission from seven to nine members, with seven appointed by the Governor (requiring aeronautics experience) and two by legislative leaders (requiring space industry experience). It restructures the Commission to become the Board of Directors for the newly established Space Industry Development Authority, which will focus on advancing Oklahoma's space industry. The bill repeals an outdated statute (74 O.S. 2021, Section 5206) and updates legal references to align with this change. The law took effect immediately upon enactment on May 21, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 912 modifies the structure of the Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission. It expands the commission from seven to nine members, adding appointments from the President Pro Tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. These new members must have experience in the commercial space industry or space agency administration. The bill also transitions this commission to become the Board of Directors for a new Space Industry Development Authority.

Maddy summaryHB 2036 modifies Oklahoma's eminent domain laws, directly affecting property owners whose land is subject to condemnation proceedings and the entities initiating them. The bill establishes new conditions under which property owners can be reimbursed for reasonable attorney, appraisal, engineering, and expert witness fees. These conditions include situations where a condemnation proceeding is abandoned, the property cannot be acquired, or a jury's award for the property significantly exceeds the initial offer or court-appointed appraisal. This aims to clarify when condemning authorities are responsible for these costs during the legal process.

Maddy summaryHB 2037 removes specific energy conservation rules from Oklahoma law by repealing Sections 456, 457, and 458 of Title 19 O.S. 2021 and Section 5-131.2 of Title 70 O.S. 2021. This bill eliminates existing statutory requirements related to energy conservation without creating new provisions. It takes effect on November 1, 2025, after being approved by the governor on May 9, 2025. The repeal directly affects the legal framework governing energy conservation in Oklahoma, removing these specific sections from the state code.

Maddy summaryHB 2037 repeals several existing sections of Oklahoma law related to energy conservation. Specifically, it removes 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 456, 457, and 458, and 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-131.2, from the state statutes. This action directly affects any individuals or entities previously governed by or benefiting from these specific energy conservation provisions. The changes enacted by this bill will become effective on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 95 updates key definitions in Oklahoma's workers' compensation law to clarify eligibility and claims processing. It directly affects injured workers (claimants), employers, insurance carriers, and medical providers by defining terms like "case manager" (requiring specific nursing licenses or certifications) and "carrier" (explicitly including self-insured employers). The bill also clarifies what constitutes a "compensable injury," excluding age-related conditions like arthritis and adding drug testing rules for claims involving intoxication. These changes aim to standardize claims administration and reduce disputes over coverage. The bill became effective after the governor signed it on May 6, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 95 amends Oklahoma's workers' compensation law by updating key definitions in Section 2 of 85A O.S. 2021. It clarifies terms like "actually dependent" (who qualifies for survivor benefits), "case manager" (requiring specific nursing licenses or certifications like CCM or CRRN), and "certified workplace medical plan" (requiring fee-for-service medical care). The bill directly affects workers, employers, insurance carriers, and healthcare providers involved in workers' compensation claims by standardizing terminology and requirements. It does not change benefit amounts or eligibility rules, only updating statutory language for clarity and consistency. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on definitional amendments with no new policy provisions.

Maddy summaryHR 1023 is a resolution by the Oklahoma House of Representatives commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Sport Fish Restoration Program, established in 1950. It recognizes the program's role in funding fisheries conservation through excise taxes on fishing equipment and motorboat fuels, which have collectively provided over $78 billion in conservation funding since 1939. The resolution expresses appreciation to anglers, the sportfishing industry, state fish and wildlife agencies, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for their contributions to restoring fish populations and aquatic resources. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges this partnership's historical impact.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Sport Fish Restoration Program. It recognizes anglers, boaters, the sportfishing industry, and state and federal agencies for their contributions to restoring and managing fish and aquatic resources.

Maddy summaryHB 2043 requires Oklahoma state agencies to verify that companies receiving contracts worth $100,000+ (with 10+ full-time employees) do not boycott energy companies. It mandates written verification from contractors that they will not boycott energy providers during the contract term. The law excludes contracts related to debt management or if alternative services aren't available from non-boycotting companies. This policy directly affects state agencies and qualifying businesses entering major public contracts.