Sen. Paul Rosino

Maddy summarySB 1344 creates Oklahoma's Insulin Access and Affordability Program, administered by the State Department of Health, to increase access to affordable insulin for residents. The bill requires the Department to provide financial support to a nonprofit pharmaceutical manufacturer developing fast-acting biosimilar insulin, contingent on the manufacturer matching funds and agreeing to produce insulin at low cost without rebates (except as required by law). The agreement includes annual reporting on development progress and repayment terms if the insulin isn't produced and distributed as promised. This program directly affects Oklahoma residents needing insulin, public and private payors, and the specified nonprofit manufacturer.

Maddy summaryHB 4139, the Oklahoma Home Warranty Transparency Act, requires home warranty companies to clearly post all fees and detailed pricing (including labor and parts costs) in their physical offices and on their websites. It mandates that repair personnel must be bonded, insured, licensed, or provide proof of required training, and companies must provide license or certification details to customers within 24 hours of a request. Additionally, companies must arrange for a claim assessment within 48 hours of a customer submitting a warranty claim. The bill directly affects home warranty providers and their customers by increasing transparency and service timelines. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 4301 requires escrow and title companies to return earnest money to qualified U.S. veterans or active duty military members if a property appraises for less than the contract price. Companies that fail to comply face a $500 civil penalty per violation, with the funds added to the Attorney General's Law Enforcement Revolving Fund. The bill enforces a federal rule (38 C.F.R. § 36.4303(k)) and takes effect July 1, 2026. It directly affects veterans, active duty military members purchasing property, and the entities handling their escrow payments.

Maddy summaryHB 3647 creates the "Oklahoma Health Care Transparency Initiative" requiring most licensed health care providers in Oklahoma to submit anonymized claims and enrollment data to a state-designated health information exchange starting July 1, 2026. It establishes an Office within the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to oversee the initiative, with limited exemptions for providers facing financial hardship, small practice size, or technological limitations. The law mandates strict confidentiality and privacy protections for patient data, aligning with federal standards like HIPAA, and prohibits misuse of the collected information. This initiative aims to build a centralized database for health care cost and utilization data, primarily affecting hospitals, clinics, and insurers participating in Oklahoma's health care system.

Maddy summaryHB 2059 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Public Health and Safety Reform Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms; it merely establishes the act's name and effective date without altering public health or safety laws. This is a non-substantive legislative naming act, not a policy change. The bill was introduced on February 3, 2025, and referred to the Rules committee. No specific provisions or affected groups are described in the provided text.

Maddy summaryHB 3920 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not change tax rates, create new taxes, or alter existing tax laws - its sole purpose is to establish the act's official title and effective date. This bill directly affects future tax administration by providing a reference name for the 2026 tax code, though it is not codified in Oklahoma Statutes. The bill is currently in early stages (first reading, referred to Rules) and contains no substantive policy changes.

Maddy summarySB 1570 creates a temporary Child Welfare Task Force (active until November 2027) to study and make recommendations on reducing foster care duration, preventing reentries after discharge, identifying reasons for child removal from homes, and supporting biological parents. The task force, composed of nine members including legislative leaders, state human services representatives, and appointed experts, must submit a final report to the Governor and legislative leaders by November 2027. It operates without paid members, requires state agencies to provide data and support, and specifies meeting rules and committee structures. This bill directly affects Oklahoma's child welfare system and state agencies by mandating a formal review process for foster care improvements. The task force's recommendations could influence future legislation but the bill itself does not enact new policies.

Maddy summarySB 1592 amends Oklahoma’s homeowners insurance laws to clarify when rates can be deemed excessive, specifically prohibiting such determinations in competitive markets while allowing them in noncompetitive markets if rates produce unreasonably high profits. It requires insurers to file all proposed rates and supporting data with the Insurance Commissioner at least 30 days before implementation, with potential extensions for review. The bill also strengthens the Commissioner’s authority to disapprove excessive rates and mandates written notices to policyholders for cancellations or nonrenewals due to nonpayment. These changes directly affect homeowners insurance companies and policyholders by increasing transparency in rate-setting and cancellation processes. The bill updates statutory references and filing timelines under the Property and Casualty Competitive Loss Cost Rating Act.

Maddy summarySB 1328 modifies Oklahoma's Parents' Bill of Rights and medical treatment laws to strengthen parental involvement in minors' healthcare. It removes a prohibition on requiring healthcare providers to notify parents when a minor receives treatment for pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, drug abuse, or alcohol abuse - unless the minor is confirmed not to have these conditions. The bill clarifies that parents generally retain rights to access medical records and make healthcare decisions for their children, with limited exceptions (e.g., if a parent is under criminal investigation for abuse or in emergency situations). It directly affects parents, legal guardians, healthcare providers, and schools by changing notification requirements for specific medical services. The law aims to ensure parental awareness in minors' health care while maintaining existing emergency and confidentiality exceptions.

Maddy summarySB 1591 limits THC content in medical marijuana edibles, capping individual products at 10 milligrams of THC and packages at 100 milligrams. It also requires packaging to minimize appeal to children, prohibits targeting under-21s with imagery, and mandates specific warning labels (e.g., "For use by licensed patients only," "Keep out of reach of children"). The bill directly affects medical marijuana processors and dispensaries by setting these product standards and requiring monthly reporting on production and sales. It does not change patient access or recreational use, focusing solely on safety and labeling for medical products.