Sen. Casey Murdock

Maddy summaryHB 1662 requires the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to prepare an annual report detailing all interactions with the Southwest Power Pool (a regional electricity grid operator). The report must include specific records of trips taken, meetings held, and votes cast by Commission representatives related to the Southwest Power Pool during the previous calendar year. This report must be submitted by January 31 each year to the House Speaker and Senate President Pro Tempore. The law applies directly to the Corporation Commission and aims to increase transparency around its energy-related activities. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1815 is a definitional bill that clarifies terms used in Oklahoma's conservation laws, rather than modifying the Conservation Commission's actual powers or duties. It adds specific definitions to the Conservation District Act, including clarifying terms like "Nonpoint source working group" (an advisory group for water quality input) and "Best management practices" (methods to prevent soil erosion or pollution). The bill does not create new programs or change existing responsibilities but ensures consistent terminology across conservation statutes. As a procedural definition bill, it directly affects how conservation laws are interpreted and applied by agencies and districts.

Maddy summaryHB 1815 clarifies definitions in Oklahoma's Conservation District Act, updating terms like "Commission," "Best management practices," and "Nonpoint source working group" to ensure consistent interpretation. This definitional amendment does not create new programs or alter existing powers but standardizes terminology for implementing conservation laws. It affects how conservation districts, state agencies, and federal partners interpret and apply existing conservation regulations. The bill passed the Oklahoma House unanimously in March 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1662 requires the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to submit an annual report detailing all activities involving the Southwest Power Pool. The report must include specific details on trips taken, meetings held, and votes cast by Commission representatives related to this energy organization during the previous calendar year. It must be submitted by January 31 each year to the House Speaker and Senate President Pro Tempore. This bill directly affects the Corporation Commission’s reporting obligations and increases transparency around energy policy interactions. The report covers all Commission actions with the Southwest Power Pool, including costs, locations, and discussion topics.

Maddy summarySB 1078 establishes that pesticide warning labels meet Oklahoma's legal requirements when certain conditions are satisfied. However, this standard does not apply if the Environmental Protection Agency cancels a pesticide's registration due to a manufacturer intentionally withholding health or safety information. The law also excludes pesticides manufactured in the U.S. for nations designated as adversarial by U.S. regulations (per 15 C.F.R. Part 791.4). Finally, the bill clarifies it does not prevent existing civil lawsuits over pesticide-related issues.

Maddy summarySB 265 creates the Oklahoma Water Infrastructure Loan Program and Revolving Fund to provide low-interest loans for water system improvements. It directly affects municipalities and water districts by enabling them to access funding for projects like upgrading pipes, treatment facilities, or water supply systems. The bill establishes a revolving fund that replenishes as loans are repaid, ensuring ongoing availability of capital. The "Emergency" designation indicates it aims for rapid implementation to address urgent water infrastructure needs.

Maddy summarySB 265 creates the Oklahoma Water Infrastructure Loan Program and a revolving fund to finance water infrastructure projects. It provides low-interest loans and grants to municipalities, rural water districts, and other eligible entities for projects like water treatment plants, pipelines, and conservation efforts. The fund, financed by state water sales proceeds, fees, donations, and investment returns, must allocate at least 10% of annual revenue to rural or underserved communities. The program requires annual reporting to state leaders and independent audits to track fund use and project status. This bill directly affects local water providers and communities needing infrastructure upgrades.

Maddy summarySB 863 modifies Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act by changing registration requirements for firearms instructors. It allows instructors to choose a $100 five-year or $200 ten-year registration fee with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, instead of annual renewals. Active and retired law enforcement officers with valid CLEET instructor approval receive automatic registration renewal with no additional fees. The bill also updates training standards, including allowing approved online safety courses and requiring CLEET to certify both instructors and courses. These changes directly affect firearms instructors seeking to teach handgun license applicants.

Maddy summarySB 842 requires Oklahoma public school districts, charter schools, and private schools to conduct a national criminal background check for all volunteers before they begin working at school sites. Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, volunteers must pay a fee of up to $50 (or the actual cost) for the check, processed by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI), with fees deposited into the OSBI Revolving Fund. School boards may choose to reimburse volunteers for this fee and must publicly post on their websites whether the check is required and if reimbursement is available. The bill exempts volunteers meeting specific criteria under existing law, and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 842 requires all Oklahoma public school districts, charter schools, and private schools to obtain a national criminal history record check for volunteers before they begin working at school sites. Starting July 1, 2025, school boards must arrange for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) to conduct these checks, with volunteers paying up to $50 (or the actual cost) for the service. Schools may choose to reimburse volunteers for this fee and must post on their websites whether a check is required and if reimbursement is offered. The law exempts volunteers who already meet criteria under existing state law (Section 5-142 of Title 70).