HB 2988 creates an income tax credit for Oklahoma landowners who implement specific conservation practices, including removing harmful woody species, improving soil health, or enhancing water efficiency on agricultural land. It directly affects farmers and ranchers who actively practice these conservation methods on their property, allowing them to claim credits of $5-$500 per acre (up to $150,000-$200,000 annually) based on the number of qualifying practices used. The Oklahoma Conservation Commission issues tax credit certificates verifying eligibility, while the program limits annual credits to $3 million total and requires applicants to not have received full cost coverage from other sources. The credit applies to income tax returns for 2027-2030, with certificates processed in order of submission until the $3 million cap is reached.
HB 2992 establishes the "Data Center Consumer Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026," creating a new regulatory framework under Oklahoma's Corporation Commission. The bill directly affects data center consumers and ratepayers by implementing protections related to their utility rates. It sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, though the bill text provided does not specify the exact mechanisms or protections included in the act. As a procedural bill naming the act and setting its effective date, no detailed policy provisions are described in the available text.
HB 3016 requires Oklahoma schools to provide binocular vision screenings for students in kindergarten, first, and third grades to identify convergence insufficiency (a vision disorder affecting near focus). Screenings, conducted within 30 days of the school year start by trained school nurses or vision professionals, must be performed in addition to existing vision screenings. The bill establishes a Binocular Screening Revolving Fund in the state treasury to cover program costs using state appropriations, which must supplement - rather than replace - current school vision funding. The program begins in the 2026-2027 school year.
HB 3040 expands Oklahoma's "zone of safety" protections to include the residences of sex crime victims and additional locations primarily serving minors, such as skating rinks, arcades, and water parks. It prohibits registered sex offenders from loitering within 500 feet of schools, child care centers, parks, or minor-focused venues, or within 1,000 feet of a victim's residence, with violations classified as Class D1 felonies. The bill includes exceptions for custodial parents during school activities (with advance notification to administrators) and for medical treatment or church attendance (with prior notification to facility leaders). These changes aim to strengthen safety measures around vulnerable locations while specifying clear boundaries and limited exemptions under Oklahoma law.
HB 3066 creates the Health Care Workforce Training Commission and establishes the "Rural Health Transformation Revolving Fund" in Oklahoma's state treasury. The fund will collect federal funds (including those from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025), interest, and designated state monies to specifically recruit and retain healthcare workers in rural and underserved Oklahoma communities, requiring a minimum 5-year service commitment. The Commission can use these funds for workforce programs and create necessary rules to implement the program. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and directly affects rural healthcare providers and communities facing workforce shortages.
HB 3075, the "Oklahoma Common Cents Act," allows Oklahoma political subdivisions (like cities, counties, or school districts) to round cash payments to the nearest five cents. Specifically, it requires rounding: 1-2 cents down to zero, 3-4 cents up to 5 cents, 6-7 cents down to 5 cents, and 8-9 cents up to 10 cents. This rule applies only to cash transactions (not cards or digital payments) and becomes mandatory starting July 1, 2027. Political subdivisions must account for rounding discrepancies using their own funds or county unappropriated revenue, with the bill taking effect July 1, 2026.
HB 3076 creates a pilot program for alternative teacher certification pathways in Oklahoma, allowing organizations like school districts or colleges to offer non-traditional teacher preparation programs. It requires the State Board of Education Commission to approve providers meeting specific criteria (such as financial stability, infrastructure, and program effectiveness) within 60 days, and mandates that approved programs use research-based methods to prepare teachers. The bill permits teacher candidates to demonstrate competency through non-traditional means like work experience or industry certifications, rather than solely standardized tests. The pilot program is limited to a two-year timeframe ending July 1, 2026, and requires annual reporting on program success rates.
HB 3148 amends Oklahoma's vehicle titling laws by removing a requirement that certain individuals inspect vehicles at the time of sale. The bill updates definitions for terms like "salvage vehicle" and "rebuilt vehicle" but focuses on eliminating the inspection step for specific sales transactions. This change directly affects vehicle owners, dealers, and inspectors who previously had to perform these checks. The policy simplifies the titling process for certain vehicles without altering the core ownership documentation requirements. The bill takes effect on the date specified in the legislation.
HB 3323 exempts electronic records submitted by eligible entities (like auto dealers, rental agencies, lenders, and lienholders) to Oklahoma's Service Oklahoma from notarization requirements. This applies to vehicle titling, registration, and other electronic documents submitted through Service Oklahoma. The bill defines "eligible entity" and "electronic format" to clarify which submissions qualify for the exemption. It takes effect November 1, 2026, and does not apply to transactions without eligible entities.
HB 3466 removes a specific petty cash fund for the Corporation Commission's legal division, which previously allowed up to $500 for court costs and legal expenses. The bill directly affects the Corporation Commission by eliminating this fund, while leaving all other agency petty cash funds (like those for hospitals, juvenile centers, or the Health Department) unchanged. The key provision deletes Section 1.C from the existing law, which created and limited the Commission's petty cash fund. The change takes effect November 1, 2026. This is a procedural adjustment with no new policy or funding changes beyond removing this single fund.
HB 3418 amends Oklahoma's Public Competitive Bidding Act to increase transparency and oversight for public construction contracts. It requires public agencies to make all construction contracts and subcontracts publicly available online, prohibits holding public bid openings, and mandates detailed disclosures for contracts exceeding $50,000 for school districts. The bill clarifies disqualification rules for conflicted contractors, establishes penalties for violations (including felony charges for intentional breaches), and updates procedures for change orders and soliciting bids. These changes directly affect state and local government agencies, contractors, and vendors working on public infrastructure projects.
HB 3465 extends the termination date for Oklahoma's Emission Reduction Technology Rebate Program from July 1, 2027, to July 1, 2029. This change directly affects businesses and entities participating in the rebate program, allowing them to continue receiving incentives for emission-reducing technology through 2029. The bill amends Section 55012 of the Oklahoma Statutes to update the program's end date while maintaining existing rebate mechanisms. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.
