Sen. Avery Frix

Maddy summaryHB 1546 revises Oklahoma's laws concerning land ownership by non-citizens and foreign entities, specifically defining "foreign government adversaries" to include countries like China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia. The bill prohibits these foreign government adversaries, or entities they control, from acquiring title to or owning land in the state. It further restricts "foreign principals" from owning agricultural, forestry, or real property within 200 miles of military installations or critical infrastructure facilities. To enforce these rules, most recorded deeds will require an affidavit attesting to compliance with these ownership restrictions, effective November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 377 updates Oklahoma's Fair Practices Act for equipment dealers and suppliers by revising key definitions and rules around dealer agreements. It clarifies terms like "dealer," "single-line dealer" (for dealers selling primarily construction/industrial equipment), and "net equipment cost" to better define financial obligations. The bill modifies termination requirements, setting a $350,000 threshold (adjusted annually for inflation) for compensation dealers must receive if agreements end, and updates prohibited actions between suppliers and dealers. This directly affects equipment dealers, especially single-line dealers, and their suppliers who sell construction, industrial, forestry, and mining equipment.

Maddy summarySB 377 amends Oklahoma's Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers and Dealers Act to clarify definitions and update rules affecting equipment dealers. It specifically defines terms like "current net parts price" (the price for repair parts at agreement termination) and "current net parts cost" (price minus typical dealer discounts), directly impacting dealers who sell repair parts. The bill also refines the definition of "equipment" to include ATVs, agricultural machinery, and landscaping equipment (while excluding trailers and permanent fixtures), and modifies consent requirements for dealer agreements. These changes aim to standardize how dealers are compensated for parts and inventory when agreements end.

Maddy summaryHB 2759 creates the "Oklahoma Volunteer Firefighter Support Program" to provide grants for volunteer firefighters' training. It allows eligible volunteers to receive up to 10 hours of annual training per year from programs approved by the State Fire Marshall or Oklahoma Department of Agriculture's Forestry Division. The bill establishes a revolving fund in the State Treasury, funded by appropriations and donations, to cover grant costs and managed by the State Fire Marshall. The program requires an application system for firefighters to access training support, with the bill taking effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1380 creates Oklahoma's Insulin Access and Affordability Program within the State Department of Health to lower insulin costs and improve access. The program requires the state to partner with nonprofit pharmaceutical companies and organizations to secure fast-acting insulin at capped prices: $30 per vial or $55 per pack of five pre-filled pens, with agreements detailing projected savings for Oklahoma residents and self-insured plans. It directly affects Oklahomans using insulin, particularly those on public or private insurance, by aiming to reduce out-of-pocket costs through competitive pricing. The program takes effect July 1, 2025, and requires nonprofits to commit to specific price points and savings reporting.

Maddy summaryHB 2759 creates the "Oklahoma Volunteer Firefighter Support Program" to assist volunteer firefighters in the state. It establishes a grant program that will help these firefighters receive up to ten hours of annual training from approved programs. The State Fire Marshal is responsible for creating an application system for these grants and managing the "Oklahoma Volunteer Firefighter Support Revolving Fund," which will finance the program through appropriations, donations, and other designated funds. This act is set to become effective on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1380 establishes the Insulin Access and Affordability Program within the Oklahoma State Department of Health. This program aims to increase marketplace competition, lower insulin prices, and improve access to affordable prescription drugs for Oklahomans. It authorizes the Department of Health to enter agreements with nonprofit pharmaceutical companies to accelerate the development and access of fast-acting insulin. The bill also allows partnerships with nonprofit organizations to make biosimilar insulin available at specific price caps, such as $30 per vial, with these organizations providing matching funds. The program seeks to reduce drug costs for public and private purchasers, taxpayers, and consumers.

Maddy summarySB 351 prohibits retailers and service providers in Oklahoma from adding extra fees (surcharges) when customers pay with credit or debit cards instead of cash, check, or similar payment methods. It allows businesses to offer discounts for cash payments but bans surcharges on card transactions. Certain entities - like private schools, municipalities, and online services - may charge fees to cover actual costs (e.g., processing fees or secure transaction costs), but only if the fee directly matches those expenses. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 351 prohibits most Oklahoma retailers from adding extra fees (surcharges) to credit or debit card transactions. Instead, businesses may offer discounts for cash or check payments but cannot charge card users more than the standard price. The law exempts private schools, municipalities, and public trusts, which may still charge fees to cover actual costs like processing fees or secure transaction expenses. It takes effect on November 1, 2025, and applies to all retail businesses in Oklahoma except the specified exceptions.

Maddy summaryHB 1753 sets maximum fees for nonconsensual towing services in Oklahoma, directly affecting vehicle owners, towing companies, and law enforcement. It requires all towing services on official rotation logs (used by police or municipalities) to charge fees no higher than those established by the Corporation Commission. The bill mandates rotation logs to ensure fair access for nearby licensed tow services, preventing monopolies and overcharging during nonconsensual vehicle removals. These rules apply to all towing performed at the direction of law enforcement or government agencies, including storage fees and vehicle transport.