Rep. Chris Kannady

Maddy summaryHB 2132 allows Oklahoma high school students aged 14 and older, homeless youth (verified per state law), seniors 65+, and 100% disabled veterans to receive a state identification card at no charge. The bill waives the standard $25-$50 fee for these groups while maintaining a 4-year validity period for most cards (indefinite for seniors). It also specifies that homeless youth can apply without parental signatures and outlines how fees are distributed if charged. The policy directly affects these designated groups by removing financial barriers to obtaining state ID cards.

Maddy summaryHB 2120 is a procedural bill that formally names the "Oklahoma Militia Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. The bill does not establish new policies or alter militia regulations; it merely creates a statutory reference for future legislation. This act directly affects Oklahoma's legal framework for militia-related matters but does not change current authority or responsibilities. The bill is currently in early committee review after its first reading on February 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Oklahoma Education Lottery Act to update definitions and modify how the lottery's board of trustees and funds are managed. It clarifies terms such as "educational facilities" and "major procurement contracts" while removing specific rules about the initial membership of the board of trustees. The legislation also changes how money from the Oklahoma Education Lottery Trust Fund is transferred to other state funds and repeals sections related to a fidelity revolving fund and negotiable bonds. These changes aim to streamline the commission's operations and ensure clearer statutory language for future management of lottery proceeds.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act to officially separate the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority from the State Department of Health, establishing it as a distinct state agency. The legislation outlines the Authority's responsibilities, which include issuing licenses for patients and businesses, overseeing all aspects of medical marijuana operations, and enforcing rules through fines or license revocation. It also details the process for transferring existing records, assets, and staff from the Department of Health to the new Authority, ensuring employees retain their current benefits and salaries. Additionally, the bill grants the Authority powers to conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and develop standards for banking and finance for licensed medical marijuana businesses.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows county assessors in Oklahoma to use publicly and commercially available aerial images, such as those from drones, to inspect and value real property. By updating existing definitions, the legislation clarifies that "inspection" now includes the use of these aerial overlays alongside traditional on-ground visits. The primary goal is to modernize how property values are determined, enabling assessors to rely on remote data for tasks like data collection and valuation. This change directly affects county assessors and their staff, who will have new tools to perform their duties more efficiently.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Oklahoma's sales tax code to grant specific exemptions for machinery, equipment, and materials used in manufacturing operations and hazardous waste treatment facilities. It clarifies that purchases made for manufacturers, including those with construction contracts, are eligible for tax exemption if properly documented with invoices and permits. The legislation also expands exemptions to include tangible personal property used in new or expanded manufacturing facilities that meet specific cost and employment thresholds. Additionally, the bill maintains existing exemptions for items like ethyl alcohol used in fuel blending and certain single-use packaging materials while reinforcing penalties for incorrect tax certifications.

Maddy summaryHB 2375 amends the Oklahoma Administrative Workers' Compensation Act to clarify definitions and update terminology for workers' compensation claims. The bill primarily affects injured employees, their families, insurance carriers, and the Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Court of Existing Claims by providing precise meanings for terms such as "actually dependent," "case manager," and "compensable injury." Key provisions include specifying that a case manager must be a registered nurse with specific certifications and defining which injuries qualify for benefits, such as those caused by accidents or occupational diseases, while excluding injuries from intentional acts or recreational activities. Additionally, the legislation outlines who qualifies as a child for benefit purposes and establishes rules for certified workplace medical plans. These changes aim to standardize language and procedures within the state's workers' compensation system.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Uniform Electronic Estate Planning Documents Act in Oklahoma to allow individuals to create and sign certain estate planning documents using electronic records and signatures instead of paper. It directly affects people making wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and other non-testamentary estate plans by giving these digital documents the same legal validity as traditional paper versions. The law sets specific rules for how electronic signatures must be attached to records, how notarization and witnessing can be done electronically, and how these documents must be kept and stored. By adopting these standards, the bill simplifies estate planning processes and ensures that digital documents are recognized in legal proceedings without requiring physical paper copies.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows county assessors in Oklahoma to use digital aerial images from fixed-wing aircraft to inspect real property as part of their regular four-year valuation cycle. The legislation updates state law to permit assessors to rely on these images to discover changes to properties, provided the aircraft follows Federal Aviation Administration regulations. It also requires assessors to maintain specific mapping systems and sales files to support accurate property valuations. The changes are intended to modernize how property values are determined while ensuring the data collected meets established appraisal standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Oklahoma law to require public universities to keep student athlete contracts involving their names, images, or likenesses confidential. The change specifically protects these contracts from being made public, while allowing schools to continue sharing general directory information like names and sports participation as permitted by federal and state privacy rules. Additionally, the legislation clarifies rules about how non-custodial agencies can access and release student directory data for educational purposes.