Oklahoma Bills

HB 3512 is a procedural bill that establishes the "Oklahoma Probate Procedure Act of 2026" as a noncodified law (meaning it won't be added to the state's official statutes). It sets the effective date for the act as November 1, 2026. This bill does not change existing probate procedures or directly affect any individuals or entities, as it solely names the act and specifies its implementation date. The bill is in early stages, having been introduced on February 2, 2026.

HJR 1063 proposes a constitutional amendment that would exempt homestead properties from all property taxes for owners aged 45 or older as of January 1 each year, starting January 1, 2027. It applies to any homestead with multiple owners if at least one owner meets the age requirement, but excludes properties with recorded mortgages (including purchase-price mortgages) or other liens. The exemption would cover all property taxes, not just specific categories. This amendment requires voter approval through a referendum and does not take effect until after the 2027 tax year. It directly affects Oklahoma homeowners aged 45+ who own their primary residence without qualifying mortgages or liens.

HB 3569 increases Oklahoma's homestead property tax exemption for qualifying homeowners starting in 2028. It directly affects homeowners with household income ≤3 times the state's median income (per U.S. Census data), allowing their exemption to grow annually based on three factors: last year's exemption amount, the property's value increase, and 20% of the current property value. Homeowners exceeding the income threshold will keep their previous year's exemption amount unchanged. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027, with the new calculation method applying to tax years beginning January 1, 2028, and 2029.

HB 3536 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Tobacco and E-Cigarettes Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill does not establish new policies or regulations but formally designates this title for future legislative action. It will become effective on November 1, 2026, after passing through the legislative process. No specific provisions or affected parties are described in the bill text provided.

This bill establishes the Oil and Gas Modernization Act of 2026 as a standalone law in Oklahoma without adding it to the state statutes. It sets the effective date for the legislation to November 1, 2026, but does not include any specific operational provisions or policy changes. The bill currently only creates a legal title for future regulations and does not directly affect oil and gas operators or the public. As written, it serves as a procedural measure to name and date a legislative framework rather than implementing concrete changes.

HB 3410 is a procedural bill that names itself the "Oklahoma Oil and Gas Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or regulations related to oil and gas operations. The bill is uncodified, meaning it will not be added to Oklahoma's official statutes. This is a naming and effective date provision only, with no direct impact on industry practices or regulations.

HB 3526 creates the "Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Act of 2026" as a named legislative framework, but it does not establish new medical marijuana regulations or policies. The bill is procedural, solely setting the act's name and an effective date of November 1, 2026, with no substantive changes to existing law. It will not directly affect patients, providers, or the public, as it serves only as a naming mechanism for future legislation. The bill is noncodified, meaning it will not become part of Oklahoma's official statutes. This is a preparatory step for potential future medical marijuana legislation, not a policy change itself.

HB 3514 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Property Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not describe any substantive property law changes or provisions. The bill only establishes the act's name and implementation date without detailing new requirements, procedures, or affected parties. As introduced, it serves as a placeholder for future property-related legislation. No concrete policy changes are described in the provided text.

HB 3492 is a procedural bill that names a future law as the "Children's Law Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not create new policies, change existing laws, or affect any specific groups. The bill solely provides a title and implementation date for a law that will be enacted later. As a naming and timing measure, it has no substantive policy provisions.

HB 3529 establishes the provisional name "Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverages Act of 2026" for future legislation related to alcoholic beverages, with an effective date of November 1, 2026. The bill does not change current laws or regulations but creates a named framework for subsequent codification of alcohol beverage rules. It directly affects how future related legislation will be formally referenced in Oklahoma law. This is a procedural measure with no substantive policy changes.

HB 3493 modifies Oklahoma's higher education tuition and financial aid rules for students not lawfully present in the U.S. It requires students seeking resident tuition or state-funded financial aid (including scholarships and grants) to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal immigration status, such as a filed application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services or an affidavit committing to file one within one year of enrollment. The bill specifically affects undocumented students who graduated from Oklahoma high schools but lack legal status, while exempting those already enrolled in degree programs before the 2006-2007 academic year. The changes take effect July 1, 2026, and apply to all state-funded aid programs at Oklahoma's public higher education institutions.

HB 3458 appropriates $150 million from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the School Security Revolving Fund for the 2027 fiscal year. This funding directly supports school security initiatives, including school resource officers, as authorized under existing law (Section 5-148.1 of Title 70). The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, and is designated as an emergency measure to address immediate security needs. It does not create new policies but allocates existing funds to implement current school security requirements.