This bill designates April 29, 2026, as Oklahoma Agriculture Day to honor the sector's significant role in the state's economy and heritage. It highlights agriculture's contribution to nearly 200,000 jobs and over $28 billion in economic value, citing Oklahoma's leadership in wheat, beef, and other industries. The resolution directs the Oklahoma Secretary and Commissioner of Agriculture to receive a copy of the document, serving as an official acknowledgment rather than a change to laws or regulations.
This bill designates April 2026 as Library Month in Oklahoma to recognize the contributions of libraries and librarians. It serves as a commemorative resolution that highlights the role of libraries in promoting literacy, education, and intellectual freedom. The measure does not change laws or funding but aims to increase public awareness of library services through symbolic designation.
This Senate resolution formally recognizes April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and designates April 29, 2026, as Denim Day in Oklahoma. The bill encourages people to wear jeans on that day to symbolize that clothing does not invite harassment, abuse, assault, or rape. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the YWCA to support their educational efforts. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about sexual violence rather than creating new laws or funding.
This Senate Resolution declares April 29, 2026, as Oklahoma Agriculture Day to recognize the importance of the agricultural industry to the state. The measure highlights agriculture's economic contributions, including its role in providing jobs and supporting various crops and livestock sectors. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the Oklahoma Secretary and Commissioner of Agriculture for distribution. This is a commemorative resolution that does not change laws or policies but serves to acknowledge the state's agricultural heritage.
HB 3031 requires Oklahoma's State Department of Education to create a standardized six-digit course numbering system for all public and charter high schools, effective for the 2027-2028 school year. The system uses a specific format (two digits for subject area, two for Oklahoma Academic Standards alignment, and two for class sections) to categorize courses and enable consistent course comparisons across districts. Schools may request waivers for nonstandard courses through a seven-member review panel, which includes representatives from education leadership and school boards. This system aims to streamline transcript processing, improve graduation pathway communication, and ensure course alignment with state standards.
HB 3144 limits the number of new medical marijuana commercial grower licenses in Oklahoma to 2,550 total, effective November 1, 2026. It directly affects new applicants seeking licenses to grow medical marijuana commercially, while existing license holders remain unaffected. The bill repeals a previous provision that allowed unlimited licensing and requires the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to cap approvals at 2,550 licenses. It maintains existing requirements like residency rules for applicants and monthly reporting on marijuana yields and sales.
HB 3329 extends the expiration date of Oklahoma's Long-Term Care Facility Advisory Board from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2027. The bill modifies Oklahoma Statutes Section 1-1923 to continue the board's operation, which advises the State Commissioner of Health on long-term care services. The advisory board, composed of 13 members including healthcare professionals, facility operators, and public representatives, provides recommendations on care standards for nursing homes, residential care facilities, and adult day care centers. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, as an emergency measure.
HB 4215 establishes the "Oklahoma Film, Television and Music Incentives Act of 2026," creating a new economic development program for the state's film, television, and music industries. The bill formally names the incentive program and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not detail specific financial incentives or eligibility rules in the provided text. This legislation directly affects producers and businesses in Oklahoma's entertainment sector by establishing a framework for potential future incentives. The bill is currently in early committee review with no specific provisions outlined beyond its name and effective date.
Oklahoma's SB 1521 prohibits AI chatbots designed to simulate emotional relationships (called "companion" chatbots) if they risk encouraging minors to engage in sexual content, self-harm, or violence. It requires all AI chatbot providers to implement verified age checks using state-issued ID (not just birth dates) before allowing access, and bans minors from using companion chatbots. The bill also mandates that chatbots clearly disclose they are AI at the start of each conversation and every 30 minutes, while restricting data collection and prohibiting the sharing of age verification information. These rules apply to any AI chatbot service operating in Oklahoma, with enforcement by the Attorney General.
This bill establishes new rules for how the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency administers federal HOME housing funds, primarily affecting nonprofit organizations, local governments, and other eligible entities that receive these grants. It requires the agency to follow federal guidelines without adding stricter state requirements unless specifically authorized, mandates a 30-day public comment period for any new program rules, and prohibits retroactive rule changes. The legislation also guarantees nonprofit participants a minimum 15% developer fee, ensures CHDOs retain program proceeds, and requires the agency to remove penalties if monitoring issues are resolved within 30 days.
SB 1378 creates the "Olympics in Oklahoma Revolving Fund" within the State Treasury to manage all funding for Oklahoma's 2028 Olympic Games preparations. The fund, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, will include state appropriations, donations, and grants, with expenditures requiring approval by the Commerce Department. Crucially, the bill mandates that at least 5% of all funds disbursed must go to contracts fulfilled by Oklahoma-based businesses. The fund becomes effective July 1, 2026.
SB 1369 allocates $5.7 million from Oklahoma's general state funds to sustain and expand the state's 9-8-8 suicide and crisis hotline operations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This funding directly supports Oklahomans in mental health crises by ensuring access to the 9-8-8 hotline service. The bill provides specific funding to maintain current operations while increasing capacity for crisis response. It becomes effective July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency due to the urgent need for mental health support.
