Sen. Shane Jett

Maddy summarySB 560 requires a special election of property owners within one mile of a proposed turnpike route before any new turnpike project, route, or extension can be authorized by the Oklahoma Legislature. Landowners in this zone must vote by majority to approve the project, with elections organized by county election boards and proper notice published weekly for three weeks. The bill mandates specific proof of property ownership (like deeds or divorce decrees) for voting, and states that if no vote occurs within four years, a new election is required. This directly affects landowners near proposed turnpike corridors and changes how turnpike projects gain legislative approval in Oklahoma.

Maddy summarySB 492 repeals seven existing sections of Oklahoma's asset forfeiture law (63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-503 through 2-508), which previously governed procedures for seizing property, notifying owners, and disposing of forfeited items. The bill directly affects law enforcement agencies and individuals involved in asset forfeiture cases by removing these specific legal provisions. It does not create new rules or policies but eliminates the current statutory framework for asset forfeiture proceedings. The repeal takes effect on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 502 defines "cannibalism" as willingly ingesting human flesh, blood, or tissue and makes it a felony offense. The bill directly affects individuals who commit this act, imposing a maximum penalty of 14 years in prison upon conviction. Key provisions include creating a new criminal offense under Oklahoma law (to be codified in Title 21, Section 761) and establishing a specific penalty structure. The law will take effect on November 1, 2025. This is a direct policy change criminalizing a specific act with defined consequences.

Maddy summarySB 548 allows private schools in Oklahoma to adopt policies permitting firearms on their property if their governing entity chooses to do so. If a private school implements such a policy, the school cannot be held liable for injuries arising from it, except in cases of gross negligence. The bill updates existing restrictions on firearm carry (like in courthouses or public schools) but specifically gives private schools the authority to set their own rules regarding weapons. It does not require private schools to permit firearms or affect public school policies.

Maddy summarySB 505 protects Oklahomans' rights to use 3D printers, laser cutters, and related technology (including software and materials) without state or local government bans. It directly affects residents who own or operate these devices by prohibiting government restrictions on their use. The bill explicitly states that individuals' rights to use such equipment "shall be protected" and adds this provision to Oklahoma law. The law takes effect on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 412 reduces training requirements for Oklahoma school board members from 12 to 3 hours, removing specific topic mandates (like school finance, open records, and ethics) that previously required detailed hour allocations. It eliminates penalties for non-completion, shifts record-keeping from the State Board of Education to individual school districts, and repeals prior training requirements. New members must complete 3 hours of unspecified training within 6 months of appointment, while incumbents face no new requirements. The bill takes immediate effect as an emergency measure.

Maddy summarySB 288 provides an income tax credit for Oklahoma National Guard members (both Army and Air branches) who purchase a home in Oklahoma. The credit covers up to $4,000 of down payment and closing costs, and is refundable - meaning it can be paid as cash even if the individual owes no income tax. Each person can claim only one credit under this law, and the Oklahoma Tax Commission must create a form for verifying home purchase costs. The credit applies to tax years starting in 2026, with the law taking effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 313 requires Oklahoma counties to transfer leftover funds from tax-defaulted property sales to the State Treasurer for the Unclaimed Property Fund. This applies when counties resell properties to collect unpaid taxes and have money remaining after covering costs like listing fees and publication expenses, following reasonable efforts to return the funds to the property owner. The bill directly affects county treasurers (who manage tax sales) and changes where excess proceeds from these sales are deposited. It redirects these funds from potential owner refunds to the state’s Unclaimed Property Fund, as defined in Oklahoma law.

Maddy summarySB 384 requires blind voters in Oklahoma to provide a physician's confirmation of their blindness (as defined by state law) to receive accessible absentee ballots. This applies specifically to registered voters who are blind and choose to request electronic delivery of their absentee ballot materials. The bill mandates that voters print the marked ballot themselves and mail it back - electronic return is prohibited - and imposes felony penalties for ineligible applicants. It does not change standard absentee voting rules for non-blind voters. The law takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 205 creates a new research license for entities to study medical marijuana's effects through patient-reported outcomes, such as surveys and data collection on health impacts. It directly affects research institutions, healthcare organizations, licensed cannabis businesses, and private research companies. Applicants must pay a $500 nonrefundable fee, and the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority will establish rules for license issuance, compliance, and reporting. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.