Sen. Brenda Stanley

Maddy summarySB 32, the Oklahoma National Guard Educational Assistance Act, would have revised educational assistance benefits for Oklahoma National Guard members. It aimed to review certain enrollment or program fees, establish a maximum fee cap, and adjust retention eligibility requirements for the program. The bill sought to make educational support more predictable and affordable for service members. However, it died in conference on May 30, 2025, meaning it did not become law.

Maddy summaryHB 2147 creates a new legal process for Oklahoma municipalities to place liens on non-owner-occupied properties for unpaid housing and building code violations, including fines, penalties, and enforcement costs. The bill allows cities to enforce these liens through judicial foreclosure, requiring property owners to pay the full "lien payoff" (including interest and fees) to avoid losing the property. It specifically excludes owner-occupied homes (such as homesteads or properties occupied by residents) from this enforcement. Municipal code liens rank above most other property claims but below tax liens, and the law establishes clear redemption procedures for owners seeking to retain their property.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Oklahoma health insurance plans to cover low-dose mammography screenings for breast cancer without cost-sharing (such as deductibles or copays). It mandates coverage once every five years for women aged 35-39 and annually for women 40 and older. The law also requires coverage for necessary diagnostic and supplemental breast exams, including those for high-risk cases like dense breast tissue. The policy takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 109 requires Oklahoma health insurance plans to cover genetic testing for inherited cancer risks and evidence-based cancer imaging for individuals with a personal or family history of cancer or increased cancer risk. This coverage must be provided without patient cost-sharing (such as deductibles or copays) when ordered by a healthcare provider following current medical guidelines, including those from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. The law applies to all health benefit plans offered in Oklahoma starting November 1, 2025, ensuring these preventive services are accessible without financial barriers. It does not affect health savings account eligibility for non-preventive services but guarantees coverage for preventive care under federal guidelines.

Maddy summaryHB 2257 creates the Oklahoma National Guard Educational Assistance Program, providing tuition and fee coverage for eligible Oklahoma National Guard members attending Oklahoma colleges. It covers up to 120 credit hours for undergraduate degrees (max 18 credits per semester) and 40 credit hours for master's programs, including mandatory fees and academic service fees. To qualify, members must maintain a 2.0 GPA, hold a military occupational specialty after their first semester, and agree to serve 24 additional months in the Guard after completing their education. Failure to meet service requirements triggers repayment calculations based on the total assistance amount. The program becomes effective November 1, 2025, and is funded through a revolving fund managed by the Military Department and State Regents for Higher Education.

Maddy summaryHB 2257 creates the Oklahoma National Guard Educational Assistance Program, covering tuition and approved fees for eligible Oklahoma National Guard members attending state colleges or universities. It limits undergraduate assistance to 120 credit hours (for associate/bachelor's degrees) and graduate assistance to 40 credit hours (for master's degrees), with funds drawn from a revolving fund. To qualify, members must maintain a 2.0 GPA, stay in good military standing, and agree to serve 24 months after completing their program. Failure to meet these requirements may require repayment of benefits.

Maddy summarySB 109 requires health insurance plans to cover specific genetic testing and cancer imaging services, such as MRI and CT scans used for cancer diagnosis or treatment. This applies directly to health insurers offering individual or group policies, ensuring their policyholders receive coverage for these mandated services. The law specifies which tests and imaging must be covered while allowing insurers to exclude services not listed in the bill. It became effective law on May 29, 2025, without a gubernatorial signature.

Maddy summaryHB 2147 creates a new process for Oklahoma municipalities to enforce housing and building code violations through liens on non-owner-occupied properties. It allows cities to place liens for unpaid fines, penalties, or abatement costs related to code violations and pursue judicial foreclosure on the property. The bill specifically excludes owner-occupied homes (like primary residences) from this enforcement and clarifies that municipal liens rank above most other claims but below tax liens. This provides a standardized legal method for municipalities to collect costs associated with code violations on rental or commercial properties.

Maddy summaryHB 1389 requires all health benefit plans in Oklahoma to cover low-dose mammography screening, diagnostic exams, and supplemental screenings for breast cancer without cost-sharing (like deductibles or copays). It mandates coverage for women aged 35-39 every five years and women 40+ annually. The bill defines key terms like "low-dose mammography" (including digital and 3D imaging) and specifies that coverage applies regardless of plan cost-sharing rules. It becomes effective November 1, 2025, directly affecting women eligible for these screenings under Oklahoma’s health plans.

Maddy summaryHB 2013, "Dylan's Law," requires health insurance companies to cover epilepsy treatments equally to other conditions, prohibits dropping coverage solely due to an epilepsy diagnosis, and mandates coverage for medically necessary neurostimulation devices. It also allows individuals with epilepsy (diagnosed by a licensed doctor) to voluntarily add a unique symbol to their Oklahoma driver's license or ID card by June 1, 2026, to help first responders identify their condition during emergencies. The symbol cannot be used for any other purpose and may be removed at any time. These provisions became law on May 25, 2025, without a gubernatorial signature. The bill directly affects people with epilepsy and insurers operating under the Affordable Care Act in Oklahoma.