Rep. Toni Hasenbeck

Maddy summaryHB 1346 changes Oklahoma law by replacing the term "child pornography" with "child sexual abuse material" in all relevant statutes. It requires commercial entities (like websites or platforms) to implement "reasonable age verification methods" to prevent minors from accessing harmful online content, and holds these entities liable for civil damages if they knowingly publish or distribute such material. The bill directly affects online platforms and commercial entities hosting content, adding new civil liability standards without creating new criminal penalties. Key provisions define terms like "age verification methods" and "harmful to minors" to clarify enforcement.

Maddy summaryHB 1346 changes Oklahoma's legal terminology by replacing "child pornography" with "child sexual abuse material" across multiple statutes (including Sections 791, 791.1, and 1024.1 of Title 21). It creates liability for commercial entities that knowingly publish or distribute such material online, allowing affected individuals to seek damages, court costs, and attorney fees. The bill also establishes new definitions for terms like "reasonable age verification methods" (e.g., digital ID verification or third-party services) and "transactional data" to support enforcement. These changes apply directly to online platforms and commercial operators hosting material deemed harmful to minors. The bill was passed unanimously on March 25, 2025, with an emergency effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution designating April 23, 2025, as the 26th annual Oklahoma 4-H Day at the Capitol. It directly recognizes Oklahoma 4-H youth members (ages 5-19) and their volunteer leaders, who participate in programs through Oklahoma State University and Langston University Extension. The resolution celebrates their community contributions, volunteer hours (over 100,000 annually), and the program's role in developing life skills like leadership and civic engagement. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally honors 4-H's impact on Oklahoma youth and communities.

Maddy summarySCR 4 is a ceremonial resolution proclaiming April 23, 2025, as the 26th Annual Oklahoma 4-H Day at the Capitol. It recognizes the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development Program, which serves over 180,000 youth aged 5-19 annually through hands-on learning in areas like STEM, community service, and agriculture. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally celebrates 4-H members and volunteers for their contributions to Oklahoma communities. It directly affects 4-H participants, their mentors, and state leaders who engage during the Capitol event.

Maddy summarySB 554 would require Oklahoma school districts to provide stipends (one-time payments) instead of regular salary increases to teachers holding specific certifications, such as out-of-state, international, or National Board for Professional Teaching Standards credentials. The bill prohibits these stipends from being counted toward future salary calculations or raises. It amends existing teacher certification laws to clarify that compensation for these certified teachers must follow this stipend structure rather than standard salary progression. This change directly affects teachers with the specified certifications who currently qualify for salary-based increases under Oklahoma law.

Maddy summarySB 554 changes how Oklahoma compensates teachers with advanced, lead, or master certification levels. Instead of receiving salary increases, these teachers would be paid stipends (separate payments), and these stipends cannot be counted toward future salary calculations. The bill amends existing teacher certification law to direct school districts to provide stipends rather than salary adjustments for these specific certification tiers. This policy affects teachers holding those advanced certifications and modifies their compensation structure under Oklahoma law.

Maddy summarySB 844, the Safeguarding Endowment Gifts Act, prohibits charitable organizations from using permanent endowment gifts for certain purposes under specific circumstances. It directly affects charitable organizations that receive endowment funds, which are permanent donations intended for long-term support. The bill's key provision restricts how these endowment gifts can be spent, ensuring they are used as intended rather than diverted to other operational expenses. The bill aims to protect donors' intentions by creating a clear prohibition on specific fund usage. (Effective date not specified in provided context.)

Maddy summarySB 842 requires Oklahoma public school districts, charter schools, and private schools to conduct a national criminal background check for all volunteers before they begin working at school sites. Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, volunteers must pay a fee of up to $50 (or the actual cost) for the check, processed by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI), with fees deposited into the OSBI Revolving Fund. School boards may choose to reimburse volunteers for this fee and must publicly post on their websites whether the check is required and if reimbursement is available. The bill exempts volunteers meeting specific criteria under existing law, and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 842 requires all Oklahoma public school districts, charter schools, and private schools to obtain a national criminal history record check for volunteers before they begin working at school sites. Starting July 1, 2025, school boards must arrange for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) to conduct these checks, with volunteers paying up to $50 (or the actual cost) for the service. Schools may choose to reimburse volunteers for this fee and must post on their websites whether a check is required and if reimbursement is offered. The law exempts volunteers who already meet criteria under existing state law (Section 5-142 of Title 70).

Maddy summarySB 709 changes how Oklahoma school districts fill vacancies on their boards of education. It eliminates the option for boards to appoint members to fill vacancies, requiring all vacancies to be filled solely through elections instead. The bill establishes a special election process with a 10-day filing window for candidates after a vacancy is declared, and specifies that special elections must occur on dates set by law. This affects all public school districts and technology center school districts in Oklahoma, directly changing how they handle empty board seats. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.