Sen. David Bullard

Maddy summaryHB 1201 creates a 70% tax credit for Oklahoma taxpayers who donate to certified pregnancy resource centers, capping the credit at $50,000 per donor annually. To qualify, centers must provide free, non-abortion services (like prenatal care and counseling) without performing or referring for abortions, and must be certified by the state health director. The total annual tax credits for all donors are capped at $5 million, with annual adjustments to prevent exceeding this limit. The credit applies to donations of $100 or more and takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1201 proposes a new tax credit for taxpayers who contribute to qualified pregnancy resource centers in Oklahoma. These centers are defined as non-residential facilities that assist women and families with crisis or unplanned pregnancies by offering various support services, but do not perform or refer for abortions. Taxpayers can claim a credit equal to 70% of their contribution, up to $50,000 per year, for contributions made between 2026 and 2031. The State Department of Health's Director determines which facilities qualify, and there is an annual statewide limit of $5 million for all claimed credits.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1168 creates a new felony offense for "trafficking" in abortion-inducing drugs in Oklahoma, effective November 1, 2025. The bill defines "trafficking" as knowingly delivering or possessing with intent to deliver an abortion-inducing drug to someone intending to use it for an unlawful abortion. Individuals convicted of this felony could face fines up to $100,000, up to ten years in prison, or both. The bill specifies that it does not apply to pharmacists, manufacturers, or distributors operating lawfully, nor does it prohibit the use of preventive contraception.

Maddy summaryHB 1005 requires Oklahoma voters to present photo identification meeting specific criteria - such as matching name, photo, and valid expiration date - to vote in person. It directs Service Oklahoma to create a free photo ID card by January 1, 2027, for registered voters without qualifying ID who provide a voter registration card. Before 2027, county-issued voter ID cards are acceptable; after that date, standard photo ID is mandatory. Voters without ID may cast provisional ballots by signing an affidavit verifying their identity against voter registration records.

Maddy summaryHB 1968 authorizes Oklahoma's Pardon and Parole Board to appoint five alternate members with specific qualifications, including former prosecutors, public defenders, judges, mental health professionals, and corrections officers. The bill requires all board members and alternates to complete annual training on topics like offender rehabilitation and effective intervention methods. It establishes salaries of $85,000 per year for regular members and $42,500 for alternates, with pay tied to meeting attendance requirements. Additionally, the bill prohibits board members from representing inmates in legal matters to prevent conflicts of interest and mandates disclosure of potential conflicts.

Maddy summarySB 112 updates plumbing licensing requirements in the state. It sets new standards for certain applicants taking the plumbing examination and allows the Construction Industries Board to create rules governing the licensing process. The bill also extends the time between required license renewals for plumbing professionals. These changes directly affect individuals seeking or holding plumbing licenses and the state board overseeing the profession. The bill focuses on streamlining licensing procedures and reducing renewal frequency.

Maddy summaryHB 2194 amends Oklahoma's tax code to adjust how businesses calculate taxable income, specifically changing the rules for applying federal net operating losses (NOLs) to Oklahoma taxes. It directly affects businesses with multi-state operations that carry forward or back NOLs, requiring Oklahoma to treat these losses consistently with federal rules for tax years beginning after December 31, 2008. The key change aligns Oklahoma's NOL carryback and carryforward rules with the federal Internal Revenue Code, replacing "federal" terms with "Oklahoma" equivalents while maintaining similar time limits for loss application. This simplifies the calculation process for businesses operating across state lines. The bill became effective upon enactment as specified in the legislative text.

Maddy summaryHB 1630 establishes licensing requirements for "short-term emergency and nonemergency hybrid medical facilities" in Oklahoma - new facilities operating 24/7 with separate emergency and nonemergency sections. It requires these facilities to obtain a license from the State Department of Health, prohibits unlicensed operation (with misdemeanor penalties), and mandates board-certified ER physicians on staff. Exemptions include hospitals, dental clinics, nursing homes, and facilities connected to existing hospitals. The bill also restricts new licenses within 20 miles of rural hospitals (under 30,000 population) without hospital permission and sets application fees and facility standards.

Maddy summaryHB 1630 creates a new licensing requirement for "short-term emergency and nonemergency hybrid medical facilities" in Oklahoma. These facilities must have two separate, 24/7 sections - one for emergency care (stabilizing life-threatening conditions) and one for nonemergency care (like primary care or imaging) - and cannot operate without a license from the State Department of Health. The bill exempts hospitals, dental offices, nursing homes, and existing emergency clinics from this requirement. Applicants must submit applications with fees, prove emergency rooms are staffed by board-certified physicians, and meet facility standards, with licenses being non-transferable. The law also establishes administrative penalties for operating without a license and creates a revolving fund for enforcement costs.

Maddy summaryHB 1968 authorizes the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board to appoint five alternate members with specific qualifications (e.g., former prosecutors, public defenders, mental health professionals). It establishes salaries for board members ($85,000 annually), alternates ($42,500 annually), and the chair ($24,800 annually), with requirements for 12 hours of initial training and 6 hours yearly. The bill also mandates annual training on offender rehabilitation and imposes penalties for missing meetings (loss of pay or removal for repeated absences). Additionally, it prohibits board members from representing inmates legally or voting on cases involving prior clients, effective November 1, 2025.