HB 3483, the "Protect Families from Government Overreach Act," requires Oklahoma's Department of Human Services to return children to parents or guardians within 72 hours if criminal charges against them are dismissed, dropped, or result in a not-guilty verdict. It mandates the return of all personal property and records related to the case, with all agency records expunged within the same timeframe. Exceptions allowing continued separation are permitted only if the agency files an emergency motion with clear evidence of ongoing child safety risks and secures a court order within 72 hours. The bill directly affects parents/guardians whose cases were resolved favorably and the Department of Human Services, imposing strict deadlines and civil penalties for noncompliance.
HB 3560 requires Oklahoma public utilities to publicly share annual budget proposals at least seven days before adoption meetings, including detailed revenue breakdowns, expenditure history, and financial plans. It mandates public testimony opportunities at budget meetings, requires written summaries of any changes between proposed and final budgets, and specifies that budgets must be available for inspection at utility headquarters. The bill also standardizes fiscal years to the calendar year (with limited exemptions for utilities with one municipal wholesale customer) and requires annual audits filed with the State Auditor within 180 days of the fiscal year end. These provisions aim to increase transparency in utility financial management.
HB 3507 is a procedural bill that names itself the "Congressional and Legislative Districts Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or redistricting mechanisms - only establishing the bill's title and effective date. The bill does not affect any specific groups, alter district boundaries, or create new voting rules. As a naming and effective date measure, it has no direct policy impact beyond formal designation. This is a standard procedural step with no operational provisions.
HB 3474, titled "Cities and Towns Act of 2026," is a procedural bill that formally names this legislative act and sets its effective date. It does not introduce new policies or affect specific groups; it only establishes the name for reference and designates November 1, 2026, as the start date for any related provisions. The bill contains no substantive changes to city or town governance. As a naming and effective date measure, it has no direct impact on residents, local governments, or existing laws.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to change Oklahoma's homestead property tax rules. Currently, seniors aged 65+ qualify for a tax limit on their primary home only if their household income stays below a yearly threshold set by the federal government. The amendment would eliminate that income requirement while keeping the age limit (65+) and adding a new rule: the homeowner must own the property free of any mortgage or debt. It would apply to seniors who meet these conditions and require voter approval through a state question.
HB 3459 establishes the "Counties and County Officers Act of 2026" as a standalone law that will not be codified into Oklahoma's official legal code. The bill sets its effective date as November 1, 2026, and provides the name under which this non-codified act will operate. It has no substantive policy changes or direct impact on county operations, as it solely names the law and specifies its effective date. This is a procedural bill with no new requirements or modifications to existing county governance.
HB 3568 requires advocacy organizations (like 501(c) nonprofits) and political parties to disclose contributions exceeding $100 annually to Oklahoma elected officials, candidates, or their immediate family members. It also mandates that officials and candidates disclose receiving over $100 in contributions from these groups. The bill specifies detailed disclosure requirements, including the payor’s name, amount, purpose, and whether a contract was involved, while prohibiting "structuring" payments to avoid the $100 threshold. Violations may result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per offense, and the Oklahoma Ethics Commission will enforce these rules starting November 1, 2026.
HJR 1068 proposes a constitutional amendment to Oklahoma's budget process. It requires the State Board of Equalization to certify annual revenue estimates 35-45 days before each legislative session, capping annual state spending increases at 6% (adjusted for inflation). The bill establishes a Constitutional Reserve Fund that must grow to 15% of the previous year's revenue estimate, with limited use of reserve funds for manufacturing incentives under strict conditions. This directly affects how Oklahoma's legislature appropriates funds, limiting annual spending growth and mandating specific revenue certification procedures.
HB 3884, the "Providers' Bill of Rights Act of 2026," requires all Oklahoma assisted living facilities to post a written bill of rights outlining specific protections for the facilities themselves. The bill grants providers key rights, including the ability to terminate resident contracts for just cause (with 30 days' notice) or immediately for health/safety reasons, file complaints without retaliation, and access confidential resident information for placement assessments. It also ensures facilities can refuse uncontracted services, maintain a safe environment free of weapons/drugs, and be informed about resident histories or external care arrangements. The law becomes effective November 1, 2026.
HB 3894 is a procedural bill that names the "Cities and Towns Act of 2026" and sets its effective date. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; it solely establishes the act's official name and specifies November 1, 2026, as the effective date. This bill has no substantive provisions or mechanisms beyond formal naming. It is currently in committee referral after its introduction on February 2, 2026.
HB 3910 prohibits health care providers in Oklahoma from making misleading or untrue advertisements about their services, directly affecting clinics, hospitals, and other health care businesses that market to the public. The bill defines deceptive advertising broadly to include all media - such as websites, social media, TV, radio, and print - describing health care services. Enforcement is handled by the Attorney General or district attorneys, who can issue civil penalties of up to $3,000 for first violations and $10,000 for repeat offenses, after providing a 10-day cure period. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.
This bill, HB 3808 (Oklahoma Hospital Facility Fees Reform Act of 2026), establishes a non-codified law with an effective date of November 1, 2026. The bill text provided does not include specific policy provisions, mechanisms, or details about how facility fees would be reformed. Without additional text describing the actual changes to hospital fees or affected entities, no concrete policy changes can be summarized. The context lacks sufficient detail to explain who the bill directly affects or its key provisions.
