HB 3170 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not change existing workers' compensation rules or affect any specific groups. The bill serves only to establish the act's name and implementation timeline without altering policy provisions. As a naming and timing measure, it has no substantive policy impact.
HB 3226 establishes the "Antisemitism Policy Act of 2026" as a named legislative act and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. The bill explicitly states it will not be codified into Oklahoma's official legal code. It does not create new policies, define antisemitism, or impose requirements on any entities or individuals. This is a procedural bill solely for naming and timing purposes, with no substantive legislative changes.
This bill establishes the Oklahoma Education Reform Act of 2026 as a new state law that will not be added to the Oklahoma Statutes. It sets the effective date for the act to begin on November 1, 2026. The legislation is currently in early stages of the legislative process and has been referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration.
HB 3197 requires all Oklahoma state agencies and public schools purchasing beef to buy only Oklahoma-certified beef, as defined in existing law (Title 2, Section 6-214). This policy change directly affects government entities and schools that buy beef for food service or other purposes. The bill creates a new statutory requirement (codified as Section 12101 of Title 74) mandating this certification standard for all beef procurement. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.
HJR 1052 is a procedural resolution that prepares for a voter referendum on a proposed constitutional amendment. It directs the Secretary of State to place a specific ballot title before Oklahoma voters, which would create a new Section 7 in Article VIII of the Oklahoma Constitution titled "Oklahoma State Officials Resolution of 2026." The resolution specifies the exact wording voters will see on the ballot, including the question: "SHALL THE PROPOSAL BE APPROVED?" This is purely a procedural step to ensure correct ballot language for the upcoming vote, with no substantive policy changes.
This bill establishes the Corporation Commission Modernization Act of 2026, which serves as a formal title for future legislation related to the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. The law does not create new regulations or change existing policies but instead provides a specific name and citation for upcoming modernization efforts. It becomes effective on November 1, 2026, and is not codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill is currently in early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been assigned to a committee for detailed review.
This bill establishes the Energy Reform Act of 2026 as a new legal framework within Oklahoma, though it does not specify detailed provisions or direct impacts on specific groups. The legislation sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for when the act becomes operational. Currently, the bill is in its early stages of legislative review and has not yet been assigned to a committee for further consideration.
HB 3156 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Agriculture Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new policies, programs, or funding; instead, it creates a noncodified legislative reference for future agricultural-related bills. The bill directly affects Oklahoma's legislative process by formally designating this title for future agricultural legislation. It has no substantive impact on agricultural operations, farmers, or state programs, as it only serves as a naming convention for the 2026 legislative session. The bill is currently in committee referral after its initial introduction.
HB 3201 creates a Conviction Integrity Review Unit within Oklahoma's Pardon and Parole Board to review death penalty convictions. It directly affects inmates sentenced to death who submit petitions containing new evidence suggesting they are factually innocent, after their appeals have concluded. The Unit, staffed by at least two licensed attorneys (with criminal prosecution or defense experience), an investigator, and a paralegal, must investigate these claims and report findings to the Board and relevant parties. The bill requires new evidence not previously presented and capable of resolution, focusing on correcting potential wrongful convictions in capital cases.
HB 3164 establishes the "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2026" as a noncodified legislative act, meaning it won't be included in Oklahoma's official statutes. The bill sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for this act but does not specify any substantive tax or revenue changes in the provided text. As a procedural measure, it primarily serves to name the act and define its implementation timeline. This bill does not directly affect taxpayers or alter existing tax policies based on the available information.
HJR 1051 is a procedural resolution preparing a proposed constitutional amendment for voter approval. It directs the Secretary of State to refer a new Section 7 to Article VIII of the Oklahoma Constitution - dubbed the "Oklahoma Impeachment Resolution of 2026" - to voters via ballot. The resolution specifies the ballot title wording, asking voters to approve or reject the amendment. It does not alter impeachment procedures itself but establishes the formal process for placing this constitutional change before voters. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (first reading, referred to Rules).
HB 3181 removes two specific restrictions on ammunition for handgun users under Oklahoma's Self-Defense Act. It deletes prohibitions against carrying "restricted bullets" (as defined elsewhere in law) and ammunition larger than .45 caliber when legally carrying a handgun. This change directly affects individuals exercising their right to carry under the Self-Defense Act by allowing them to use those previously restricted ammunition types. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026.
