Sen. David Bullard

Maddy summarySB 1581 extends the time period for gathering signatures on initiative petitions in Oklahoma from 45 to 90 days after a petition is deemed sufficient by officials. This change directly affects individuals or groups collecting signatures to place measures on the ballot. The bill also adds a 10-day protest period during which opponents can challenge the petition's validity. The law will take effect on November 1, 2026, and modifies Section 103 of Oklahoma Statutes Title 38.

Maddy summaryHB 1219 prohibits Oklahoma state agencies from using public funds or resources to promote or recognize LGBTQ+ Pride Month or similar events. It bans activities like official communications, social media posts, or educational programs supporting Pride Month using state money. The bill also restricts state property flag displays to only those officially recognized by federal or state governments. It takes effect July 1, 2025, and was passed with an emergency declaration.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution celebrates the historical significance of U.S. Route 70 and acknowledges its role in supporting industry, commerce, and tourism in southern Oklahoma. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial recognition of the highway's 289-mile stretch through cities like Ardmore and Durant. It formally records the Senate's appreciation for how the route has connected communities and benefited local businesses since its official designation in 1926.

Maddy summaryHJR 1084 is a procedural resolution that establishes the official name and ballot title for a proposed constitutional amendment. It directs the Secretary of State to reject any proposed amendment labeled as the "Oklahoma Constitution Policy Act of 2026" and sets the specific ballot language for voter consideration. The bill requires the Chief Clerk to file the resolution and its ballot title with the Secretary of State and Attorney General after passage. This resolution does not change any policy or law; it solely prepares the formal wording for a future voter referendum on a constitutional amendment.

Maddy summaryHB 3115 modifies qualifications for Oklahoma's Director of Corrections. It removes the requirement that the Director must be certified as a peace officer by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training, and changes the removal process by allowing the Governor to remove the Director "without cause" at any time (instead of requiring a two-thirds vote of the Legislature). This bill directly affects the position of Corrections Director and the appointment/removal procedures for that role. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3130 prohibits Oklahoma state agencies, contractors, and public institutions from using state funds for gender transition procedures for minors, including allocation, referral, or contracting with providers offering such care. It also protects parents' rights by stating that withholding consent for gender transition procedures does not constitute child abuse or grounds for losing custody. The bill amends medical licensure laws to classify aiding or abetting gender transition procedures as unprofessional conduct, subjecting medical professionals to disciplinary action by licensing boards. These provisions apply directly to state-funded healthcare providers, minors receiving medical care, and licensed physicians or medical staff.

Maddy summaryHB 3344 sets new requirements for individuals seeking to become foster parents in Oklahoma, directly affecting prospective foster parents. It mandates applicants be at least 21, meet specific income thresholds (101% of federal poverty level), provide health verification, obtain community recommendation letters, maintain safe homes, and demonstrate key competencies like supporting child-parent relationships and avoiding smoking around children. The bill also imposes felony penalties - including fines up to $5,000 or up to 5 years in prison - for intentionally providing false information on applications or aiding such fraud. The law becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3538 is a procedural bill that names future legislation as the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not change existing licensing rules or affect any professions directly, as it only establishes a title for future related bills. The bill explicitly states it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. This is a routine naming and scheduling measure, not a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryHB 3552 allows licensed childcare providers serving children in Oklahoma's state childcare subsidy program to charge parents the difference between the state's subsidy rate and their standard private tuition for the same age group and schedule. The bill prohibits the Department of Human Services from penalizing providers for charging this difference or taking adverse actions like disqualification or enrollment restrictions based solely on this practice. Providers must apply any such difference uniformly to all similarly situated families. The Department must update its rules and agreements to implement these changes, effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3930 clarifies that only trained dogs qualify as service animals under Oklahoma law, explicitly excluding emotional support and therapy animals. It requires businesses selling or providing emotional support animals (including verification or ID tags) to give written notices stating these animals do not grant service animal rights. The bill imposes fines of $100-$250 for first violations and $500 for repeat violations for misrepresenting emotional support animals as service animals. This directly affects businesses selling emotional support animals and consumers who might falsely claim service animal status.