Maddy summaryHB 3954 establishes the name "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Policy Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill does not describe any specific tax changes or policy provisions; it only creates a title for future revenue and taxation legislation and specifies when it takes effect. This is a procedural bill, not a substantive tax measure. No direct effects on taxpayers or specific provisions are outlined in the provided text.
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Maddy summaryHB 3953 is a procedural bill that names itself the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Policy Act of 2026" and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive tax policy changes or provisions, as the bill text is incomplete and only establishes its title and effective date. This bill does not directly affect taxpayers or alter tax rates, exemptions, or revenue mechanisms. It is currently in early stages (first reading, referred to Rules) with no policy content provided in the text.
Maddy summaryHB 3966 allows Oklahoma residents wrongfully convicted of felonies and later cleared through a governor's pardon or court order finding actual innocence to receive compensation. The bill calculates payments as $50,000 for each full year served in prison, with additional $50,000 per year for time spent on death row and $25,000 per year for parole or probation time. Compensation is capped at $1 million paid as a lump sum, or in annual installments over three years for larger awards. This retroactive law applies to all wrongful convictions resulting in imprisonment since 1975, with claims requiring documented evidence of innocence from the governor or court.
Maddy summaryHB 3951 creates the Oklahoma Pharmaceutical Costs Act of 2026, which is a new law that will not be added to the state's official statutes. The bill establishes a legal framework for addressing pharmaceutical costs, though it does not specify any particular programs, funding, or regulations in its current text. It will take effect on November 1, 2026, and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. The bill appears to be a foundational measure that may require additional legislation to implement specific policies.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Utilities Modernization Act of 2026, which serves as a formal title for future utility-related legislation in Oklahoma. The act does not create new regulations or change existing utility laws but instead provides a specific name and citation for future bills dealing with utility modernization. It becomes effective on November 1, 2026, and is not codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. The legislation affects utility companies and regulators by setting a framework for naming future utility modernization laws.
Maddy summaryHB 3955, titled the "Oklahoma School Funding Reform Act of 2026," establishes the name and effective date for a school funding reform bill but does not detail specific funding mechanisms or policy changes in the provided text. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2026, and is currently in early legislative stages (first reading on February 2, 2026). As presented, it only names the act and sets a future effective date without describing concrete funding formulas, allocation methods, or direct impacts on schools or districts. No specific provisions or affected parties are defined in the excerpt provided.
Maddy summaryHB 3952 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Policy Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new tax policies or affect any individuals or entities through substantive provisions. The bill only provides an official title for future tax legislation and a specific implementation date. As a naming and timing measure, it has no direct policy impact or regulatory changes. This bill is currently in early stages, having been introduced and referred to committee in February 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Insurance Act of 2026 as the official name for Oklahoma's insurance legislation. It sets a specific effective date of November 1, 2026, for when the act becomes operational. The measure directly impacts the state's insurance regulatory framework by providing a clear timeline for implementation. No substantive policy changes are included in this text, as it serves primarily as a procedural measure to name and date the insurance act.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new law titled the Elections Act of 2026 to organize election-related provisions in Oklahoma. It does not change any existing election rules or procedures but serves as a formal naming mechanism for future election legislation. The act will take effect on November 1, 2026, providing a clear reference point for any subsequent election laws passed under this framework. The measure directly affects election administrators and officials who will use this title when implementing election procedures.
Maddy summaryHB 3961 creates the "Oklahoma Affordable Housing Tax Credit Policy Act of 2026," establishing a new tax credit program to support affordable housing development. The bill directly affects developers and investors who construct or rehabilitate qualifying affordable housing projects in Oklahoma. Key provisions authorize the state to issue tax credits against income tax liabilities for projects meeting specific affordability and location criteria. The program will become effective November 1, 2026, though the bill text does not specify credit amounts, eligibility rules, or administrative details beyond its framework.