Rep. Emily Gise

Maddy summarySB 1543 is a bill that reclassifies 34 existing offenses as Class C2 felonies in Oklahoma, including bribery, gambling violations, and certain property crimes, but its title incorrectly references "driving under the influence." The bill adds these offenses to Oklahoma's felony classification list (Section 20M of Title 21) while repealing multiple sections of law related to "persons under the influence" of alcohol. It does not change DUI penalties or create new DUI-related offenses; instead, it expands felony charges for unrelated crimes like financial exploitation of seniors and public official bribery. The bill's title appears inconsistent with its actual provisions based on the provided text.

Maddy summarySB 2049 requires Oklahoma's Department of Transportation to notify the Attorney General before making a claim against a surety company (insurance guaranteeing contractor performance) for a contractor's failure to complete work. The Attorney General must then review and approve the claim before the Department can proceed. This procedural change, effective November 1, 2026, adds an approval step to the claims process without altering the Department's ability to make claims.

Maddy summarySB 1204 requires Oklahoma school districts to provide teachers and school support personnel with three days of paid bereavement leave following the death of their spouse or child, including leave for miscarriage. This leave must be granted in addition to existing sick leave benefits and cannot be reduced by local negotiated leave policies. The bill amends Oklahoma law to mandate this policy for all affected employees, effective immediately under an emergency provision. It directly affects school employees covered under Section 6-104 of Oklahoma Statutes.

Maddy summaryHB 3148 amends Oklahoma's vehicle titling laws by removing a requirement that certain individuals inspect vehicles at the time of sale. The bill updates definitions for terms like "salvage vehicle" and "rebuilt vehicle" but focuses on eliminating the inspection step for specific sales transactions. This change directly affects vehicle owners, dealers, and inspectors who previously had to perform these checks. The policy simplifies the titling process for certain vehicles without altering the core ownership documentation requirements. The bill takes effect on the date specified in the legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 3695 amends Oklahoma's definition of "great bodily injury" in motor vehicle laws to explicitly include bone fractures, disfigurement, loss of body function, or serious risk of death. It increases penalties for drivers causing such injuries while violating traffic laws: first offenses become misdemeanors (90 days-1 year jail, up to $2,500 fine), and repeat offenses or causing "great bodily injury" become Class B1 felonies (4-20 years prison, up to $5,000 fine). The bill directly affects drivers convicted of traffic violations resulting in severe injuries. It takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1565 requires Oklahoma's Medicaid program to include nutrition support services for pregnant and postpartum women with diet-related conditions or high-risk pregnancy factors. It mandates medically tailored home-delivered meals designed by dietitians to meet specific medical needs, along with optional nutritional counseling, to improve maternal health outcomes. The bill authorizes Oklahoma Health Care Authority to use federal funds from the CMS Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model exclusively for these services. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and is designated as an emergency measure.

Maddy summaryHB 3638 creates Oklahoma's participation in the federal Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program starting in 2027, providing supplemental food benefits to eligible children during school breaks. The Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) will administer the program, coordinating with the State Department of Education to determine eligibility and share data (while complying with privacy laws). Benefits will follow the same food restrictions as Oklahoma's SNAP program, and the program's implementation depends on available legislative funding. A special fund for administrative costs will be established in the State Treasury, funded by federal and other sources, and the bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1558 amends Oklahoma's child care licensing definitions to clarify terms like "adult" (18+ except Juvenile Affairs custody cases), "child" (under 18 or in extended Juvenile Affairs custody), and "child care center" (requiring 30+ hours/week). It adds new terms including "rap back" (criminal background check updates) and "specialized service professional" (e.g., therapists). These changes directly affect child care facilities, licensing authorities, and foster care providers by updating how they operate under state law. The bill focuses on precise definitions for licensing compliance, not new programs or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that formally acknowledges the OKC Spark professional softball team and its leadership for advancing women's sports in Oklahoma. It highlights the team's participation in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League and celebrates Oklahoma City's selection as the host city for softball at the 2028 Olympic Games. The resolution also notes the role of local coach Patty Gasso in leading the state's Olympic team and directs that copies of the document be sent to the team and the league.

Maddy summarySB 2132 increases the maximum surcharge businesses in Oklahoma can charge for credit card payments from 2% to 3.5% of the transaction amount (or the actual processing fee, whichever is lower). It removes limits on discounts offered for cash, check, or debit card payments and allows businesses to apply these discounts without restriction. The bill applies to all sellers conducting transactions in Oklahoma, with specific exemptions for private schools, municipalities, and money transmitters, which may charge service fees only for processing costs, security measures, or bandwidth expenses. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.