HB 4148 creates the Oklahoma Kids After-School Grant Program (OKAGP) at the Department of Human Services to fund community-based after-school programs for K-12 students. It requires qualifying programs to use "science of reading" methods (explicit phonological awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension instruction) and allows organizations operating five or more locations in Oklahoma to qualify for exemptions from child care licensing requirements. The bill establishes a revolving fund in the State Treasury, funded by state appropriations and donations, to award grants without annual fiscal year limits. This program directly affects community organizations running after-school services and aims to expand access to structured academic support during non-school hours. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 4121 requires mobile food preparation vehicles in Oklahoma to comply with updated fire and life safety codes. It mandates annual inspections by the State Fire Marshal, including a six-liter Class K fire extinguisher for grease-related cooking, and establishes an annual operation permit decal system. The bill directly affects mobile food vendors operating within Oklahoma, particularly those using gas for cooking or producing smoke/grease. Key provisions include standardized inspections across the state (with increased frequency in high-population counties), a unified fire safety code, and a clear expiration of current requirements on January 1, 2026. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 4147 amends Oklahoma's trapping license requirements for furbearers, coyotes, and feral hogs. It directly affects landowners, tenants, and professional trappers by exempting agricultural landowners and tenants from needing a trapping license to use snares year-round for coyotes and feral hogs on their property, with no limit on the number trapped. The bill maintains license fees ($9 for ≤20 traps, $68.50 for professional trappers) and sets penalties for violations, including fines up to $1,000 for non-compliance. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3311 increases the maximum funding limit for Oklahoma's Infrastructure Pool from $100 million to $125 million and establishes specific allocation rules for its use. It requires 65% of Infrastructure Pool funds to support local governments with populations under 300,000 (based on the latest census), while 35% can be used for any eligible local government regardless of size. The bill also modifies the Economic Development Pool similarly, allowing pooled financing for infrastructure and economic development projects across the state. Funds must finance authorized projects involving two or more local governments or public-private partnerships, with tax-exempt bond options subject to federal rules. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.
SB 1719 requires Oklahoma public school districts to adopt policies banning student use of cell phones and personal electronic devices (like smartphones, tablets, or smartwatches) campus-wide from "bell to bell" during instructional time for the 2025-2026 school year. Starting in 2026-2027, school boards may choose whether to implement such a ban. The policy must include disciplinary procedures and allow limited exceptions for emergencies or students monitoring health conditions. This directly affects all public school students and school boards across Oklahoma.
HB 4278 requires Oklahoma counties to use a new form for disabled veterans and surviving spouses who purchase new homes, ensuring they receive property tax exemptions they previously qualified for. The form must confirm prior exemption status on their old home, and county assessors must update property records to reflect the new exemption after a sale. Counties must also send missing tax bills to owners who didn’t receive them due to delays in updating eligibility. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026, streamlining the process for qualifying veterans and spouses to maintain their tax relief.
SB 1336 creates the Oklahoma Veterans Higher Education Access Act, providing tuition waivers for eligible veterans with service-connected disabilities rated at 60% or higher. It covers 50% to 100% of undergraduate tuition/fees at public universities or 50% to 100% of tuition at technology centers, based on disability rating (e.g., 60% disability = 50% waiver; 100% disability = 100% waiver). Veterans must first use all available federal education benefits, and waivers apply only to required courses (max 150 credits) or career programs (max 3 years), excluding textbooks or housing. The state must annually fund these waivers through legislative appropriations, subject to budget availability.
HB 3232 allows Oklahoma counties to ban the land application of sludge or biosolids containing human fecal matter through a voter referendum. If a majority of voters approve a ban in a county, permit holders must reduce applications by 25% within one year and 50% within two years, then submit a full cessation plan to the Department of Environmental Quality. The bill specifically targets materials containing perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and defines "biosolid material" to include these substances. It applies only to counties where voters approve a ban via petition (15% of last gubernatorial election votes) or county commission action. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.
HB 3437 repeals a specific tax provision (68 O.S. 2021, Section 2809) that previously exempted farm tractors from ad valorem property taxation in Oklahoma. This bill directly affects farm tractor owners by removing their tax exemption for these vehicles. The repeal takes effect January 1, 2027, and the bill contains no new provisions or mechanisms beyond this repeal.
HB 3436 requires the State of Oklahoma and its agencies to verify that no child labor (as defined in Oklahoma Statutes Sections 71 and 72.1 of Title 40) was used in assembling electric vehicles or producing their components before purchasing them. This bill directly affects state agencies responsible for vehicle procurement, including departments and political subdivisions. The key provision mandates that manufacturers provide this verification as a condition for state EV purchases. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3434 requires Oklahoma county treasurers to send property taxpayers detailed, standardized statements about their ad valorem (property) taxes. These statements must explain how taxes are calculated, including the property's fair market value, assessment percentages, millage rates, and how taxes are divided between county, school, and other jurisdictions. The bill mandates clear, plain-language explanations so taxpayers can understand their bills, replacing complex jargon with accessible examples. It applies to all Oklahoma property owners and takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3432 requires Oklahoma public schools to offer free admission to all sporting events for honorably discharged veterans who are current Oklahoma residents. Veterans must show either a valid Oklahoma driver's license or ID card with a "veteran" flag emblem, or their military discharge papers (DD Form 214). The law takes effect November 1, 2026, and applies to all public school-hosted sporting events statewide. It directly affects veterans seeking free access to these events, with schools required to verify eligibility using the specified ID methods.
