Rep. Toni Hasenbeck

Maddy summaryHB 4163 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Higher Education Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or mechanisms, as it is not codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill only establishes the act's name and effective date without describing any specific educational reforms or affecting any particular groups. It serves as a formal designation for future legislation, not a policy measure. This is a standard procedural step, not a substantive law.

Maddy summaryHB 4154 amends Oklahoma law to increase penalties for making false financial statements when seeking property, cash, loans, or credit. It directly affects individuals who knowingly provide false information about their financial condition to obtain these benefits. The bill elevates the offense from a misdemeanor to a felony, increasing potential penalties to up to two years in jail or fines of $500-$2,500 (or both). The law takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 4185 establishes the "Oklahoma Public Health Reform Act of 2026" as the official name for a future public health law and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms; it solely creates a title for the legislation and specifies its implementation date. This is a procedural bill with no direct impact on individuals or entities, as it does not alter current public health laws or programs. The bill is currently in early committee review stages.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a temporary name for prison reform legislation - the "Oklahoma Prisons and Reformatories Act of 2026" - which will not be codified into Oklahoma’s official statutes. It sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for the act. As a procedural naming measure with no substantive policy provisions, it directly affects no specific groups or systems. The bill serves only to designate the legislative reference for future prison reform efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled "Mathematics instruction..." but actually amending the Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program, adjusts financial eligibility rules for students seeking higher education support. It raises income thresholds for program qualification (e.g., $80,000 annually for families with five+ children starting in 2025-2026) and adjusts age limits for participation (extending to age 18 for some applicants). Students must meet updated income requirements and comply with program terms like regular school attendance and avoiding substance abuse to maintain eligibility. The bill directly affects Oklahoma students in grades 5-11 seeking financial aid for post-secondary education through this state program.

Maddy summarySB 140 directs Oklahoma state funds toward improving mathematics instruction in public K-12 schools by creating the Oklahoma Math Achievement and Proficiency Act. It requires school districts to use designated funds for targeted math curriculum support, teacher training, and student intervention programs. The bill takes effect immediately as an emergency measure upon the Governor's approval on June 10, 2025. This legislation directly affects Oklahoma public schools and students by mandating specific resource allocation for math education.

Maddy summaryHB 1273 creates an alternative batterers' intervention program option for defendants convicted of domestic abuse in Oklahoma. It requires courts to mandate participation in either a standard 52-week batterers' intervention program or a shorter 26-week certified alternative program. The alternative programs, approved by the Attorney General, must prioritize victim safety and include specific strategies to stop violence and hold offenders accountable. This change directly affects individuals convicted of domestic abuse under Oklahoma law and the domestic violence organizations providing these certified programs. The bill amends sentencing requirements to allow courts to order completion of the alternative program instead of the standard 52-week option.

Maddy summaryHB 1273 adds an alternative batterers' intervention program option for domestic violence offenders in Oklahoma. It requires courts to order convicted domestic violence offenders (those found guilty under Section 644C) to complete either a standard 52-week program or a shorter 26-week certified alternative program. The alternative programs, approved by the Attorney General, must prioritize victim safety and include specific strategies to stop violence and promote accountability. Defendants who miss three consecutive or seven total sessions in either program face potential probation revocation.

Maddy summarySB 245 creates the Oklahoma High Dosage Tutoring Program for grades K-8, targeting students at least half a grade level behind in math or English language arts. The program requires in-person tutoring (3+ one-hour sessions weekly for 10-12 weeks per semester), with school districts prioritizing federally designated schools under the Every Student Succeeds Act. Tutors earn bonuses based on student progress (e.g., $1,600 per cohort per semester and $1,000 per grade-level improvement), and districts must track student growth using standardized assessments. Funding comes from a new revolving fund in the State Treasury, supported by state appropriations, federal grants, and other designated sources.

Maddy summarySB 701 temporarily lifts 11 existing legal restrictions that limit which Oklahoma public colleges can offer specific courses or degree programs in Muskogee and Tulsa areas. It prohibits institutions like Northern Oklahoma College, Connors State College, and Northeastern State University from being restricted to only lower-division courses or specific locations for five academic years. The bill authorizes Oklahoma's State Regents for Higher Education to approve "functional exceptions" allowing institutions to expand course offerings beyond their usual mission to address unmet workforce needs. This change takes effect July 1, 2025, directly affecting how community colleges and universities operate in these regions.