Rep. Ron Stewart

Maddy summaryHB 3409 names the legislation as the "Child Care Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or changes to child care programs, funding, or regulations. It is a procedural act that formally designates the bill's title and implementation timeline. This summary reflects only the administrative details provided in the bill text.

Maddy summaryHB 3051 creates the Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program to provide financial aid to students directly affected by the 1921 Tulsa race massacre. It awards scholarships covering tuition costs (up to resident rates) to Tulsa Public School District students meeting specific criteria: family income under $125,000, attendance at schools with high free/reduced lunch participation, and residence in designated high-poverty census blocks. The program also allows preference for applicants who can verify lineage as direct descendants of Greenwood Area residents (1921), with documentation verified by the Oklahoma Historical Society. Scholarships are limited to students under 21 years old at application, with additional awards for high school students to preserve historical awareness of the 1921 event.

Maddy summaryHB 2922 modifies Oklahoma's rules for funeral home vendor payments. It requires penalties for late payments only after a court orders them, applies solely to active funeral establishments (not individual directors), and mandates compliance with bankruptcy laws. The bill also requires proper receipts for all advance cash payments and updates administrative code Section 235:10-11-1. These changes directly affect funeral homes managing vendor payments, ensuring clearer accountability and consumer protections. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 3379 prohibits Oklahoma public colleges and universities from asking about a prospective student's criminal history on initial application forms or during early admissions decisions, except for convictions related to sex offenses listed in Oklahoma law (21 Okl. Stat. §§ 843.5, 1111, etc.). After admission, institutions may inquire about criminal history for counseling, campus participation decisions, or specific programs like teacher preparation, but must consider factors like time passed, rehabilitation, and the offense's relevance. The bill specifically prevents denial of admission or academic program continuation for students seeking licensed careers (e.g., teaching) based solely on criminal history, requiring institutions to offer counseling about licensing requirements instead. It takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1914 requires railroads operating in Oklahoma on main or branch lines to carry physical copies of key safety documents, including a freight manifest, emergency response guide, and Federal Railroad Administration safety certification, for all trains. It mandates that conductors, engineers, and railroad staff must have tangible, non-electronic identification documents on hand during operations. Violations incur daily civil penalties of $2,500-$10,000, with potential fines up to $250,000 for gross negligence causing harm. The law, effective November 1, 2025, applies directly to railroads and their operating personnel within Oklahoma.

Maddy summaryHB 3049 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new tax policies or alter existing tax laws. The bill solely creates a formal title for future revenue and taxation legislation and specifies when it takes effect. This is a naming and timing measure, not a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis proposed constitutional amendment (HJR 1045) would limit annual increases in the assessed value of primary residences (homesteads) for property tax purposes. It applies to homeowners who have owned and occupied their home for at least 10 years and whose gross household income stays below HUD's low-income threshold for their county. If these conditions are met, the property's tax assessment cannot exceed the value from the 10th year of ownership, even if the home's market value rises. If the homeowner's income exceeds the HUD threshold or they stop living in the home, the tax assessment reverts to standard rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Oklahoma public colleges and universities to consider an applicant's status as a survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre or a verified descendant of someone harmed by the event during the admissions process. The legislation defines specific criteria for who qualifies, including those who experienced physical injury, property destruction, forced displacement, or financial loss directly resulting from the 1921 events, and requires applicants to provide verifiable documentation through designated organizations. The bill explicitly states that this consideration must be applied in a race-neutral manner consistent with federal law and does not create quotas, set-asides, or mandatory preferences for any applicant.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Oklahoma Mental Health Reform Act of 2026, is a procedural measure that establishes the official name for future mental health legislation but does not create new laws or policies. It directly affects the Oklahoma legislative process by designating how future mental health bills may be cited and referenced. The bill contains no substantive provisions, mechanisms, or policy changes, as it is intended only for noncodification purposes. It will become effective on November 1, 2026, and does not alter existing mental health services, funding, or regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 3939 allocates $10 million from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce for workforce development programs in the Tulsa Metropolitan area. The funds will contract with a nonprofit focused on charitable and educational work to partner with schools and agencies, aiming to eliminate barriers to equitable opportunities and economic mobility for all students. The bill directs these programs to include workshops and initiatives specifically targeting student access to economic advancement. It becomes effective July 1, 2026.