Maddy summarySB 2088 expands Oklahoma's state preemption law to cover firearm and ammunition components, preventing cities, counties, and other local governments from enacting regulations on these items. It prohibits local policies or resolutions that conflict with state firearm laws, such as restrictions on sales, possession, or transportation. The bill also establishes a legal process allowing individuals to sue local entities for violating preemption rights, with courts able to award court costs and attorney fees if the lawsuit succeeds. This applies to all local governments in Oklahoma and takes effect November 1, 2026. The law does not affect limited local ordinances on firearm discharge, traffic citations for improper transport, or air-powered weapon use.
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Maddy summarySB 1791 creates the ARMOR Act, which designates specific days at Oklahoma state parks and lands for exclusive use by veterans and active-duty military personnel. The bill requires the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission and Military Department to identify accessible parks with necessary facilities (including disability accommodations) and then collaborate to set aside designated days for activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping. On these days, joint events with veteran organizations will be held, and feedback from participants will be used to improve future programs. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, directly benefiting military veterans and active-duty service members through expanded recreational access.
Maddy summaryOklahoma's SB 2058 recognizes physical gold and silver bullion (meeting 99.5% purity for gold and 99.9% for silver) as legal tender for private debts and state tax/fee payments, with the state requiring the Treasurer to establish secure depositories for storage. It exempts sales and exchanges of qualifying gold/silver from capital gains tax and mandates that transactions use physical metal held in approved depositories, not digital systems or government-controlled tools. The bill allows Oklahomans and businesses to voluntarily use gold/silver for payments - either in person or via electronic systems linked to depositories - while ensuring depositories meet international security standards. It does not require businesses or the state to accept gold/silver, and explicitly prohibits its use for surveillance or social scoring.
Maddy summarySB 1846 authorizes Oklahoma counties and municipalities to impose a sales tax on medical marijuana revenue, requiring voter approval through either a special election or a petition signed by at least 5% of registered voters. If approved, the tax must be used for specific community purposes like public safety or infrastructure, with funds placed in dedicated revolving funds that cannot be redirected without another vote. The tax becomes effective the first day of the next calendar quarter after approval and cannot be re-proposed for six months if initially rejected. If recreational marijuana is legalized statewide, the same tax rules would automatically apply to it at identical rates. This bill does not change marijuana legality but gives local governments a new revenue tool for medical marijuana sales.
Maddy summarySB 2101 creates the Oklahoma Medicine Injury Justice Act, making pharmaceutical companies directly liable in Oklahoma state courts for harm caused by their products. It allows affected Oklahomans to seek compensation for medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and punitive damages in cases of gross negligence or fraud. The bill explicitly overrides federal immunities (like the PREP Act and Vaccine Injury Act) that would otherwise shield companies from state lawsuits. It ensures all claims are heard in Oklahoma courts without mandatory arbitration, preserving access to justice under state constitutional rights. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency due to the urgency of protecting citizens' health and safety.
Maddy summarySB 1910, the Oklahoma Land and Resource Sovereignty Act, prohibits foreign persons - including foreign governments, corporations, nonresident aliens, and temporary visa holders - from owning or controlling specific real property in Oklahoma. It directly affects foreign entities seeking to acquire agricultural land, water rights, or land within 25 miles of military installations, critical infrastructure, or energy facilities. The bill requires property buyers to file ownership affidavits disclosing citizenship/residency status and foreign financing, and mandates divestment within 12 months for existing violations, with civil penalties up to $50,000 per day. Short-term leases (under five years) are exempt, and county clerks must refuse to record instruments lacking compliant affidavits.
Maddy summarySB 2094, the "Firearm Preservation Act," requires Oklahoma law enforcement agencies to auction firearms they acquire (e.g., through court orders, forfeitures, or estates) instead of destroying them. Agencies must sell these firearms only to individuals legally eligible to purchase them under state and federal law, with buyers passing required background checks. Proceeds from auctions fund agency operations or training, and agencies are shielded from liability if auctioned firearms are later used in crimes. The law mandates agencies to maintain detailed auction records for five years and imposes fines for noncompliance.
Maddy summarySB 2059 creates an income tax credit called the "Promote Child Thriving Act" for married biological parents of children under 18. It provides a $500 credit per child for children living with both married biological parents, or a $1,000 credit if the parents were married before the child's birth. To qualify, parents must be legally married, listed on the child's birth certificate (or custodial), and reside together for at least six months (with limited exceptions). The credit is non-refundable and must be claimed via a form approved by the Oklahoma Tax Commission, directly affecting married biological parents raising children in their home.
Maddy summarySB 2119 creates the "Preserving and Advancing County Transportation Fund" (PACT Fund) to distribute state transportation funds to Oklahoma counties. It directs 2/3 of the funds to counties based on population, traffic volume, military impacts, road mileage needs, and current highway maintenance ratios (aiming for $4,000 per county road mile), while the remaining 1/3 is split between road mileage (50%) and bridge counts (50%). An additional 1/3 of the fund specifically targets reconstruction of county bridges on major collector routes, evaluated on safety, structural condition, and public need. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and affects all Oklahoma counties receiving transportation funding.
Maddy summaryOklahoma's SB 2021 bans pharmaceutical companies from advertising prescription drugs directly to consumers through any medium (including TV, social media, digital platforms, or print) within the state or primarily targeting Oklahoma residents. It exempts healthcare provider educational materials, evidence-based public health campaigns, clinical trial promotions, and insurance coverage information. Companies must submit annual compliance reports to the Attorney General, and violations face tiered penalties: civil fines up to $500,000 for repeated offenses or criminal charges for egregious violations. The law aims to reduce misleading advertising and its impact on prescribing practices, aligning with public health standards used in most other nations.