Oklahoma Bills

HB 3511 establishes the "Oklahoma Criminal Procedure Act of 2026" as a new, uncodified legal framework. The bill names the act and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not change existing criminal procedure laws or create new substantive requirements. This is a procedural bill solely for naming and scheduling the act's implementation. The bill has not yet advanced beyond initial committee referral.

HB 3485 expands health benefit coverage under Oklahoma's Larry Dickerson Education Flexible Benefits Allowance Act to include more dependents of school district employees, such as unmarried children under 25 (regardless of residence) or dependents with pre-25 disabilities. It links the flexible benefit allowance amounts to the state employee benefit rates and updates funding mechanisms to ensure school districts receive state funds based on employee and dependent counts. The bill requires school districts to offer cafeteria plans covering health insurance options, with allowances credited directly to employees for purchasing coverage or received as taxable pay. This affects certified and support personnel (e.g., teachers, bus drivers, janitors) and their eligible dependents across Oklahoma public and technology school districts.

This bill names a new "Oklahoma Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not create new criminal laws or change existing punishments; instead, it establishes the name for a future criminal code. The act itself will not be codified (included) in Oklahoma's official statutes. This is purely a procedural naming bill with no direct impact on current legal standards or affected individuals.

This bill amends Oklahoma law to clarify the law enforcement authority of the Department of Public Safety, specifically the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, by explicitly designating its officers as state peace officers with broad powers to enforce traffic and vehicle-related laws. The legislation allows the department to pursue violators across state lines, inspect vehicles for safety and registration compliance, seize unsafe or stolen vehicles, and enforce regulations on commercial motor carriers and fuel taxes. It also establishes a process for designating certain roadways as safety corridors where the department may have special enforcement authority, while ensuring these expanded powers do not limit the authority of local sheriffs or other peace officers.

HB 3543 adjusts Oklahoma's election schedule and candidate filing deadlines for statewide offices. It moves primary elections for newly recognized political parties to June (instead of March) in presidential election years, and sets separate filing deadlines: December for regular candidates and April for new parties. The bill also clarifies when certificates of election can be issued to unopposed candidates. These changes affect political parties seeking to field candidates and candidates for statewide elected positions, effective November 1, 2026.

HB 3570 provides an 8% salary increase for Oklahoma state employees earning $80,000 or less as of June 30, 2026, effective July 1, 2026. It directly affects full-time state employees meeting the salary threshold, excluding those employed by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, public universities, or common school districts. The bill specifies that the increase applies only to salaries not exceeding $80,000, with no other compensation adjustments covered. It was designated an emergency measure to take effect immediately upon approval.

HB 3576, titled the "Education Transparency Act of 2026," is a procedural bill that names the act and sets its effective date without establishing new policies or affecting specific groups. It specifies the act will take effect on November 1, 2026, and clarifies it will not be codified into the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill contains no substantive provisions, voting mechanisms, or policy changes beyond its naming and effective date. As a purely procedural measure, it does not directly impact education programs, funding, or stakeholders.

HB 3479 establishes the name "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2026" for future tax legislation and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This procedural bill does not change tax rates, rules, or policies but formally names the framework for upcoming tax-related laws. It directly affects Oklahoma's legislative process by providing a designated title for future revenue and taxation measures. The bill is currently in committee referral after its initial introduction.

HB 3496 is a procedural bill that establishes the name "Oklahoma Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026" for future legislation related to criminal law. It specifies that this act will not be codified in Oklahoma Statutes and will take effect on November 1, 2026. The bill does not create new criminal laws or alter existing punishments; it serves only as a naming convention for future legislation. This is a technical procedural measure with no direct impact on current criminal statutes or affected individuals.

HB 3441 is a procedural bill that formally names the "Transportation Efficiency Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms, as it is explicitly designated as "noncodified" (meaning it will not be added to Oklahoma's official statutes). The bill does not create new requirements, funding, or regulations for transportation systems or any specific group. It serves solely as a naming resolution for future transportation-related legislation.

HB 3525 creates the "Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Act of 2026" as a named legislative act, but does not establish new medical marijuana policies or programs. The bill solely provides a title for the legislation and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. No substantive provisions, regulations, or eligibility criteria for medical marijuana are described in the provided text. This appears to be a procedural naming bill rather than a policy change. The bill is currently in early stages (first reading) with no detailed policy mechanisms outlined.

HB 3518, titled the "Cryptocurrency Mining Act of 2026," is a procedural bill that names the legislation and sets its effective date without establishing new regulations or policy changes. The bill specifies it shall become effective November 1, 2026, and clarifies it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. No substantive provisions affecting cryptocurrency mining operations, energy use, or industry practices are described in the provided text. This appears to be a naming and procedural measure rather than a policy bill with concrete regulatory mechanisms.