HB 4130 is a procedural bill that creates the name "Oklahoma Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new criminal laws or punishments but formally names the future act. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions, only naming and effective date language. It was introduced on February 2, 2026, and referred to the Rules committee.
HB 4493 names the "Oklahoma Tourism Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill with no substantive policy changes to tourism programs, regulations, or funding. It simply establishes the act's official name and implementation timeline. The bill does not affect any specific entities or policies beyond this naming convention.
HB 3471, the "Corporation Commission Updating Act of 2026," would update Oklahoma's Corporation Commission by adding the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control and the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission to its list of overseen agencies. This change would directly affect these two agencies, placing them under the Commission's regulatory authority for oversight and management. The bill's key provision expands the Commission's jurisdiction to include these specific entities, streamlining regulatory responsibilities. The amendment to include these agencies was submitted by Representative Rande Worthen during the bill's committee process.
SB 1979 creates the "Mining and Blasting Residential Protection Act" to establish a mandatory 800-foot buffer zone around residences, residentially zoned property, and protected structures like schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. It prohibits new mining or blasting permits within this buffer and requires applicants to submit maps showing all affected properties and a clear buffer zone depiction as part of their permit application. Applicants must also post signs along public roads near the site and mail notices to addresses within the buffer zone 45 days before submitting a permit application. The bill directly affects mining companies seeking new permits or expansions and aims to protect nearby residents and community facilities from potential disruptions.
SB 1335 requires campus police officers at Oklahoma's public universities, community colleges, and public school districts to complete six hours of evidence-based sexual assault and sexual violence training. Existing officers must complete this training within one year of the bill's effective date (July 1, 2026). The bill updates Oklahoma's Campus Security Act to mandate this training for all campus police officers employed by governing boards of higher education institutions and public school districts. It does not change other officer duties or requirements, focusing solely on this specific training obligation.
SB 1590 creates Oklahoma's Commercial FORTIFIED Roof Program to encourage commercial property owners to install or retrofit roofs meeting enhanced wind and hail resilience standards. The program, based on Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) guidelines or approved alternatives, directly affects commercial buildings (including offices, schools, and multifamily residences with five+ units) by offering potential financial incentives. Key provisions include the Insurance Department providing grants/rebates for qualifying roof upgrades, partnering with insurers to offer premium discounts, and certifying compliant roofs for use in insurance underwriting. Participation is voluntary, with no requirement for property owners to retrofit roofs or for insurers to reduce premiums.
This bill is a procedural measure that names the "Public Buildings and Public Works Act of 2025" and specifies its effective date. It does not create new policy requirements or affect any individuals or entities, as it only establishes the bill's title and sets November 1, 2025, as its effective date. The bill explicitly states it will not be codified into the Oklahoma Statutes. It is purely administrative, serving to formally identify the legislation without implementing any substantive changes to public building or public works regulations.
This Oklahoma bill streamlines how state agencies hire construction managers and consultants by giving the Office of Management and Enterprise Services more authority to negotiate contracts when bids exceed budget due to unexpected economic conditions. It allows the office to award contracts to the lowest responsible bidder even after scope reductions, provided the project was properly planned and delaying it would harm the agency's mission. The law also permits the office to issue statewide contracts for construction services and offer facility management to underperforming agencies on a cost-recovery basis, while exempting the Oklahoma Water Resources Board from these rules when hiring engineers for non-construction programs.
HB 2100 exempts private lands enrolled in Oklahoma's Conservation Commission Cost-Share Program from eminent domain, meaning the government cannot take these lands for public projects without the landowner's consent. This protection applies to all lands in the program, with exceptions only for projects deemed essential to public health and safety. The bill, effective November 1, 2025, directly affects landowners participating in the Cost-Share Program by safeguarding their property rights during conservation efforts. It codifies this exemption into Oklahoma Statutes (Section 3-3-118 of Title 27A) to ensure long-term stability for conservation initiatives.
SB 1236 creates the Administrative Report Consolidation Board to reduce redundant reporting for Oklahoma public school districts and technology centers. The Board, composed of appointed superintendents representing different county population sizes, must evaluate current reporting requirements and recommend consolidating all required annual reports to no more than ten per district type by August 1, 2027. It will submit findings to state education agencies and lawmakers, with follow-up reports due annually after 2028. This bill directly affects school districts by targeting administrative burden reduction through consolidated reporting requirements.
SB 1837 requires the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) to seek a federal exemption allowing Medicaid providers in rural counties (population ≤60,000) to provide case management and develop person-centered plans for home- and community-based services. This directly affects rural healthcare providers who currently face restrictions under federal regulation 42 C.F.R. §441.301(c)(1)(vi). The bill mandates OHCA to establish conflict-of-interest protections for exempt providers, separating case management and provider functions within organizations. The exemption would permit these rural providers to deliver services without federal barriers, effective November 1, 2026.
HB 4190 creates a Cyber Crime and Fraud Unit within Oklahoma's State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) to investigate cyber-enabled crimes, financial fraud, and digital evidence cases. It funds the unit through a one-time $3 million appropriation from general funds and a new $2 annual fee on motor vehicle insurance renewals (collected by insurers and remitted to OSBI). The unit operates within OSBI's existing jurisdiction, using funds for personnel, technology, training, and operations, with all revenues deposited into a dedicated revolving fund. The bill requires OSBI to provide annual reports on fund usage and takes effect November 1, 2026.
