Administrative Procedures Act; prohibiting state agencies from complying with federal regulations without legislative approval. Effective date.

SB 616 requires Oklahoma state agencies to notify the Legislature and Governor via email whenever a new or changed federal regulation applies to them. The Legislature can then block implementation by passing a joint resolution disapproving the regulation, and agencies must stop following it if disapproved. Agencies and employees complying with this process are exempt from liability under state law. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and applies broadly to state agencies unless specifically exempted.