Rep. Mickey Dollens

Maddy summaryHB 1063, the "Anti-Fungi Act of 2025," requires landlords to address mold in rental properties within specific timeframes. Landlords must begin mold treatment within three business days of a tenant report and complete it within seven business days, applying to most rental units (excluding single-family residences in some cases). Violations carry a penalty of up to $1,000, payable directly to affected tenants. The law takes effect on November 1, 2025, and does not apply to single-family homes or properties where mold levels are below 0.1 mcg per 100 cm².

Maddy summaryHB 1536 creates the "Oklahoma Gun Safety Incentive Act," providing an income tax credit for Oklahoma residents who purchase qualifying gun safety equipment. It allows a 25% tax credit (up to $200 annually) for gun safes, trigger locks, or smart gun technology meeting safety standards, with proof of purchase required. The credit is funded from the general fund, capped at $1 million yearly, and requires the Oklahoma Tax Commission to create an online application portal. The bill also mandates reports on credit usage and firearm safety impacts, and launches a public campaign ("Lock & Protect, Oklahoma!") to promote safe storage. It affects individual gun owners, not law enforcement or military purchases, and takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1050, the "Efficient Parking Act," prohibits Oklahoma cities, towns, and counties from requiring a minimum number of parking spaces for new residential, commercial, or industrial developments. It directly affects local governments and developers by removing mandatory parking space requirements, aiming to increase development flexibility. The bill explicitly allows local governments to continue enforcing rules for disability parking spaces. The law takes effect on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1045 exempts homeless Oklahoma residents from fees for state-issued identification cards by requiring Service Oklahoma to issue them free of charge upon submission of proof of temporary residence through a social worker or emergency shelter coordinator. It also mandates that the Department of Corrections provide homeless inmates with free non-compliant ID cards upon release, valid for four years (one year for sex offenders). The bill modifies existing ID fee structures, maintaining standard fees for others while specifically waiving costs for homeless individuals and certain other groups like seniors and disabled veterans.

Maddy summaryHB 1045 exempts homeless Oklahoma residents from fees when obtaining or replacing state-issued identification cards and certified birth certificates. It directly affects people experiencing homelessness who need official ID for basic services like housing, banking, or healthcare. The bill requires applicants to provide proof of homelessness (such as a shelter stay or address verification) to qualify for the fee waiver. Key provisions remove the $25-$50 fee for ID card replacements and $10-$15 fee for certified birth certificates for eligible individuals. The exemption applies to all homeless persons meeting the defined criteria, not just specific groups.

Maddy summaryHJR 1011 proposes adding a new Section 36 to Oklahoma's Constitution, requiring the Legislature to create a process for voters to recall statewide elected officials. It would apply to nine specific positions: the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Auditor, Attorney General, State Treasurer, State Superintendent, Labor Commissioner, Insurance Commissioner, and Corporation Commissioners. The recall process would need the same number of signatures as an initiative petition, and the Governor must schedule the recall vote for the next General Election after signatures are verified. The Legislature must enact the detailed rules for this process within one session after voters approve the constitutional amendment.

Maddy summaryHB 1064 prohibits hedge funds and their subsidiaries from acquiring or holding title to single-family residential properties in Oklahoma. It requires any hedge fund currently owning such property to sell it within 10 years of the law's effective date (November 1, 2025), with the sale restricted to non-hedge fund buyers. The law defines "hedge fund" to exclude pension funds, banks, and insurance companies but includes entities exempt from federal securities regulation under Regulation D. This bill directly affects hedge funds operating in Oklahoma's residential real estate market by limiting their ownership and mandating divestment.

Maddy summaryHB 1050, the "Efficient Parking Act," prohibits Oklahoma cities, towns, and counties from requiring specific minimum numbers of off-street parking spaces for new residential, commercial, or industrial developments. It directly affects local governments and developers by eliminating mandatory parking counts in zoning rules, while allowing continued enforcement of disability parking requirements. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and defines key terms like "minimum parking mandate" to clarify that local governments cannot set fixed parking space requirements. This change aims to reduce development costs and increase housing flexibility by removing rigid parking rules. The law does not impact existing disability parking regulations or requirements for parking spaces in specific contexts.

Maddy summaryHB 1536 creates an income tax credit for Oklahoma residents who purchase qualifying gun safety equipment, including gun safes, trigger locks, and smart gun technology. The credit covers 25% of the purchase cost, up to $200 per taxpayer annually, with an annual funding cap of $1 million. Taxpayers must submit proof of purchase with their tax return, and the Oklahoma Tax Commission and Department of Public Safety will track usage and safety impacts through annual reports. The bill also establishes a "Lock & Protect, Oklahoma!" public awareness campaign to promote safe storage and the tax credit.

Maddy summaryHB 1963, the Oklahoma Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, requires most private employers in Oklahoma to provide eligible employees with paid sick leave for personal or family health needs. Employees earn 1 hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked, with annual caps of 40 hours for small businesses (under 20 employees) and 56 hours for other employers. The law prohibits employers from retaliating against workers who use sick leave and exempts state/local government, federal entities, railroad workers, and employers with existing paid leave policies meeting the act’s standards. It takes effect October 1, 2025, and applies to employees working 80+ hours annually in Oklahoma.