Rep. David Hardin

Maddy summaryHB 1363 prohibits licensed bail enforcers from breaking into a dwelling to recover a defendant, except when they have direct evidence (such as seeing the defendant inside or receiving verified information from a witness) that the defendant is present and refusing to surrender after a reasonable request. It defines "first-hand knowledge" as direct visual contact, eyewitness testimony, or other confirmed evidence provided directly to the bail enforcer. Homeowners or occupants can defend their property (including using a firearm if legally permitted) without liability for injuries to the bail enforcer, and they may seek compensation for property damage caused by an unlawful entry. The law becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1363 makes it illegal for licensed bail enforcers to break into a home to capture a defendant, except when they have direct, verified knowledge (like seeing the defendant or getting confirmation from an occupant) that the defendant is inside and refuses to surrender after a reasonable request. The bill specifies that bail enforcers must meet strict evidence standards before entering, and violations would be prosecuted as first-degree burglary. Homeowners retain the right to defend their property and seek compensation for damage caused by a bail enforcer's unauthorized entry.

Maddy summaryHB 1354 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2025" for reference purposes and specifies its effective date. It does not change tax rates, create new taxes, or alter existing tax laws. The bill is designated as "not to be codified" in Oklahoma Statutes and will take effect on November 1, 2025. This is a naming and procedural measure with no direct impact on taxpayers or tax policy.

Maddy summaryHB 1259 allows eligible voters to carry concealed handguns at Oklahoma polling places during elections. It specifically permits this for individuals aged 21+ or 18-20 who are current or veteran U.S. military members (with honorable discharge), provided they are not disqualified from firearm possession under state or federal law. The bill amends Oklahoma’s firearm laws by adding this exception to existing rules prohibiting weapons in polling places. It does not change general firearm laws or apply to all voters, only to the specified military/veteran group meeting age requirements. The bill takes effect upon passage.

Maddy summaryHB 1180 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2025" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2025. It creates a new, non-codified section of law solely for naming purposes and does not establish any new tax policies or revenue mechanisms. The bill directly affects Oklahoma state government operations by providing an official title for future revenue-related legislation. This is a formal procedural measure with no substantive tax changes or impacts on taxpayers.

Maddy summaryHB 1355 is a procedural bill that establishes the name and effective date for the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Policy Act of 2025." It does not create new tax policies or affect taxpayers, as it solely names the act and sets its effective date of November 1, 2025. The bill specifies it will not be codified in Oklahoma's statutes, meaning it will not become part of the official legal code. This is a standard naming and implementation measure for legislation, with no substantive policy changes described in the provided text.

Maddy summaryHB 1180 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. It does not change tax laws or affect taxpayers, as it is explicitly stated to be "not to be codified" in Oklahoma's tax code. The bill only provides a title and effective date for future tax legislation without introducing new policies or mechanisms. This is a standard naming and scheduling measure with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHB 1259 allows eligible individuals to carry concealed handguns at polling places during elections in Oklahoma. It specifically permits people aged 21 or older, or those aged 18-20 who are current or former U.S. military members/veterans with honorable discharge, to carry concealed firearms if they are not disqualified from firearm possession under state or federal law. This amendment modifies existing laws by adding polling places to the list of locations where concealed carry is permitted under these conditions, removing them from the general prohibition on firearms in such venues. The bill does not change broader concealed carry rules but creates a specific exception for polling places during elections.

Maddy summaryHB 1355 creates the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Policy Act of 2025" as a named policy framework, but specifies it will not be codified into the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill sets an effective date of November 1, 2025, for this named policy. It does not alter tax rates, create new taxes, or change existing tax law - its sole purpose is to establish a reference title for future revenue and taxation policy discussions.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the duration of the State Department of Education's School Resource Officer Program from a three-year pilot to a five-year program. It also increases the annual spending limit for the School Security Revolving Fund from $50 million to $75 million. This fund provides money for public school districts to employ school resource officers and implement physical security enhancements like cameras, locks, and panic alert systems. The changes directly affect public school districts, their students, and security personnel by expanding and increasing funding for these security measures.