Sen. Grant Green

Maddy summaryHB 3411, titled the "Oklahoma Agriculture Act of 2026," is a procedural bill that establishes the name for an upcoming agricultural-related law and sets its effective date. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it solely names the legislation and specifies November 1, 2026, as its implementation date. The bill contains no substantive provisions or mechanisms, as it is non-codified and serves only as a formal designation. This type of naming act typically precedes more detailed legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 3142 requires fire marshals, sheriffs, and fire department chiefs to notify the Oklahoma Liquefied Petroleum Gas Administrator within one business day of any LP gas accident or fire involving LP gas systems. It creates a new State Liquefied Petroleum Gas Administrator position, appointed by the Governor (with Senate confirmation), who must meet strict qualifications including US citizenship, Oklahoma residency, no felony convictions, and industry experience. The bill also re-creates the Oklahoma Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board with seven members representing specific geographic regions and industry sectors, replacing previous appointment procedures. These changes directly affect LP gas industry operators, emergency responders, and regulatory staff by establishing clearer notification protocols and personnel standards for safety oversight.

Maddy summaryHB 4129 establishes the "State Government Modernization Act of 2026" as a named legislative act and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. The bill does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it is purely procedural, designating the act's title and implementation timeline without substantive changes to state government operations. It is explicitly stated to be "not to be codified" in Oklahoma Statutes, meaning it will not become part of the state's official legal code. This is a standard administrative measure to formalize the bill's designation and timing.

Maddy summaryHB 3314 allows Oklahoma counties to impose a local tax of up to 15% on retail marijuana sales (not personal cultivation) after voter approval. Counties must hold a special election or use an initiative petition (requiring 5% of registered voters' signatures) to approve the tax, with results requiring a majority vote. Funds collected must be used exclusively for public safety (sheriffs, police, fire departments) and property improvements, and counties must specify the tax's purpose and duration to voters. The Oklahoma Tax Commission will handle tax collection for a 0.5% fee, and counties must provide 60 days' notice before rate changes. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1743 amends Oklahoma law to allow the State Board of Career and Technology Education to directly hire attorneys, expanding a list of state entities permitted to employ legal counsel without relying on the Attorney General. This change updates Section 18c of the Oklahoma Statutes, which previously excluded most state boards from hiring attorneys but already included similar entities like the Oklahoma Tax Commission and State Board of Corrections. The bill does not alter existing legal duties or create new policy; it simply adds this specific board to the statutory exceptions. The amendment takes effect July 1, 2026, and is designated as an emergency measure.

Maddy summarySB 2144 creates a new tax in lieu of annual property tax for certain farm equipment. It requires retailers of farm equipment (including non-franchised dealers) and entities operating qualifying equipment to pay a flat tax based on the equipment's value, ranging from $6 to $108 depending on price brackets starting at $500. The tax replaces the standard property tax on this equipment but does not affect other property taxes, and dealers must affix tax stamps to sales invoices while maintaining logs for county assessors to inspect. The bill excludes repair parts and equipment sold through consignment or auctions, which remain subject to standard property tax.

Maddy summarySB 1995 amends Oklahoma's sales tax code to create a new exemption for certain bakery items, directly affecting bakeries and grocery stores selling those items. The bill requires businesses to apply for and verify eligibility with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, which will then notify the Tax Commission to issue exemption cards. Key provisions include application requirements, verification processes, and rules for reapplying before exemption expiration. The bill does not specify which bakery items qualify, as the provided text does not list them in the amended exemption sections (which currently cover items like food for Meals on Wheels, prescription drugs, or resale goods). The bill is currently in committee review with no votes taken.

Maddy summarySB 2107 allows Oklahoma farmers to sell unpasteurized milk not meeting state grading standards directly at their farms or at farmers markets after registering with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture. For off-premises sales at markets, farms must register with the department and inform customers the milk is unlicensed and uninspected. The bill exempts these specific sales from standard milk regulations but does not alter inspection requirements for graded milk products. It takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1421 requires Oklahoma's Department of Agriculture to send written notice 90 days before an animal shelter operator or commercial pet breeder's license expires, replacing a previous 60-day notice period. The bill mandates the department provide an online license renewal system by January 1, 2026, and outlines renewal steps including submitting an application, meeting department requirements, and paying fees. This law directly affects businesses needing these licenses, ensuring clearer renewal processes and reducing administrative delays.

Maddy summaryHB 1421 modifies Oklahoma's licensing rules for animal shelter operators and commercial pet breeders. It requires the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry to send written renewal notices 90 days before a license expires and mandates an online renewal system by January 1, 2026. Operators must submit renewal applications, pay fees, and comply with department requirements to continue licensed activities. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, but died in conference committee before becoming law.