Rep. Suzanne Schreiber

Maddy summaryHB 1859 is a procedural bill that establishes the name "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2025" for reference purposes, with an effective date of November 1, 2025. It does not create new tax policies, change tax rates, or alter existing revenue mechanisms. The bill simply provides a naming convention for future tax-related legislation. This is a standard procedural step, not a substantive tax law.

Maddy summaryHB 1857 is a procedural bill that names the "Child Care Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. It does not establish new policies or affect any specific group; it solely provides a formal title for future child care legislation. The bill contains no substantive provisions or mechanisms beyond naming the act and specifying its implementation date. This is a standard legislative procedural step, not a policy change. The bill was introduced on February 3, 2025, and referred to the Rules Committee.

Maddy summaryHB 1854 amends Oklahoma's sales tax law to clarify and expand exemptions for certain nonprofit and public entities. It specifically limits church sales tax exemptions to one annual event (up to three days) for charitable purposes, excluding regular business operations. The bill also adds new public entities - like school districts, universities, and authorities - to qualify for sales tax exemptions when purchasing goods/services for public construction contracts, requiring written certification from buyers. Violations of the certification rules carry fines or jail time.

Maddy summaryHB 1858 formally names the legislation as the "Child Care Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. This bill contains no substantive policy changes or new regulations related to child care services, funding, or provider requirements. It is a procedural measure to establish the bill's official title and implementation timeline. The bill was introduced on February 3, 2025, and referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration.

Maddy summaryHB 1856 creates the "Oklahoma 10-8 Fund Grant Program" to provide one-time bonuses to new peace officers (sworn police, deputies, or troopers) who meet specific criteria. Eligible officers receive $10,000 if hired by an agency with 50+ sworn vacancies or $5,000 if hired by an agency with 15-49 vacancies, after completing CLEET certification and six months in-service. The program is funded by a $20 million revolving fund in the State Treasury, managed by the Attorney General’s Office, with funds exclusively for these bonuses. It applies to officers hired after the bill’s effective date (November 1, 2025), directly affecting new law enforcement hires in Oklahoma agencies.

Maddy summarySB 256 creates two new Oklahoma income tax credits. Employers can claim a 30% credit for qualifying child care expenses (e.g., licensed facility costs or contracted spaces for employees), capped at $30,000 annually per employer. Qualified child care workers (employed 8+ months, enrolled in professional development, with 12+ credit hours) receive a $1,000 refundable credit (meaning it can be paid even if no tax is owed). The bill includes annual limits of $5 million for employer credits and $14 million for all credits starting in 2028, with unused credits carryable forward for up to five years. It applies to tax years 2026-2030 and takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates two new income tax credits for Oklahoma employers and childcare workers effective in 2025. Employers can claim a credit equal to 30% of their spending on childcare assistance, operating on-site facilities, or reserving spots for employees, with a maximum claim of $30,000 per year. Additionally, the bill establishes a refundable $1,000 tax credit for qualified childcare workers who are employed for at least eight months and have completed 12 credit hours of professional development. Both credits are available for tax years through 2029, with annual state limits of $5 million for employer credits and $14 million for worker credits.

Maddy summaryThis Oklahoma law requires creditors and debt collectors suing over medical bills to provide specific details to the court before a default judgment is entered against a consumer. To proceed with such a lawsuit, the plaintiff must file a redacted itemization of the charges and proof that they have complied with state and federal hospital price transparency rules. Additionally, the bill mandates that the court receive evidence showing the original account number, the name of the original creditor, a full breakdown of the debt including interest and fees, and the date of the last payment or transaction. These provisions take effect on November 1, 2024, aiming to ensure that medical debt collections are supported by clear documentation and transparency prior to legal action.