HB 3958 is a procedural bill that establishes the name and effective date for a future paid family leave program for Oklahoma state employees. It formally names the legislation "State Government Paid Family Leave Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms, as it only creates the framework for the act's designation and implementation timeline. This bill does not directly affect any individuals or entities at this stage, as it is merely a naming and scheduling measure for an upcoming legislative action. The bill is currently in early stages (first reading, referred to Rules committee) and does not outline specific benefits, eligibility, or funding details.
HB 3935 formally names the "Oklahoma Mental Health Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This procedural bill does not establish new mental health programs, policies, or funding mechanisms. It serves only to designate the bill's title and effective date without describing substantive changes. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (first reading, referred to Rules) with no policy provisions detailed in the provided text.
HB 3713 requires Oklahoma school districts to spend at least 50% of their annual budget on instructional expenditures starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It defines instructional expenditures using federal standards (from the National Center for Education Statistics) and excludes administrative costs, equipment, or materials for staff. If a district fails to meet this 50% threshold, it cannot offer extracurricular activities during the school day for the entire noncompliant school year. The bill excludes bond sales, fundraisers, and non-profit grants from the budget calculation and takes effect July 1, 2026. This directly affects all Oklahoma public school districts and their budget allocation decisions.
HB 3754 makes it a felony for staff members at certified Oklahoma juvenile facilities (like the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center) to knowingly bring prohibited items into secure areas. It bans weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco products, cell phones, unauthorized money, and other contraband, with penalties including 1-5 years in prison or fines up to $1,000. The bill directly affects facility staff, not residents, and applies to all certified secure juvenile facilities statewide. It amends Oklahoma law to clarify these restrictions and strengthen security protocols within juvenile detention settings. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3797 establishes the name "Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Act of 2026" for a future tax-related law and specifies it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. It sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for the act. This is a procedural bill with no substantive tax policy changes, solely creating a reference name for future legislation. It directly affects how future revenue and taxation laws may be formally cited but does not alter tax rates or rules.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment prohibiting artificial persons (including corporations, nonprofits, and LLCs) from engaging in election or initiative petition activities, such as spending money to support or oppose candidates or ballot measures. It defines "artificial persons" broadly and revokes all prior powers granting them election-related authority, limiting their legal powers to "lawful business or charitable purposes" only. Existing contracts and obligations remain valid under a "safe harbor" provision, but entities engaging in banned activities forfeit charter privileges like limited liability. Political committees registered under election law are exempt as they exist solely for election activity.
HB 3664 requires contractors working on Oklahoma Department of Transportation (DOT) projects that block normal business access to install and maintain clear directional signage for affected businesses. The bill mandates contractors submit a signage plan for DOT approval before construction begins, specifying location, size, and design to comply with traffic control standards. Contractors must keep signage visible and accurate during construction and remove it promptly after project completion, with non-compliance risking $10,000 daily penalties. This law applies to all DOT-funded transportation projects affecting business access and takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3774 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Crimes and Punishments Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not create new criminal laws or change existing punishments; instead, it formally establishes the act's name and specifies it will not be codified into Oklahoma's official legal code. The bill directly affects how the state references this legislation but does not alter any substantive criminal law or impact residents' legal responsibilities.
HB 3860 extends the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering's authorization until July 1, 2030, instead of its previous 2025 sunset date. The bill specifies the Board's composition (11 members: one from each congressional district plus at-large appointments) and requires members to have at least five years of experience in cosmetology or barbering, with additional roles for school administrators and a layperson. It sets four-year terms for members, mandates annual reports to the Governor, and outlines meeting schedules and quorum requirements. This directly affects the Board members and the cosmetology/barbering professions regulated in Oklahoma by ensuring the oversight body remains operational.
HB 4066 is a procedural bill that establishes the name and effective date for the "Oklahoma Adult Education Reform Act of 2026." It designates the act's official title and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026, without creating new substantive policies or program requirements. The bill explicitly states it will not be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes. As a naming and scheduling measure, it directly affects the administrative framework for future adult education reforms but does not alter existing programs or funding.
This bill proposes to create a new law called the Oklahoma Criminal Procedure Act of 2026, which would establish a formal framework for criminal procedures in the state. The legislation would become effective on November 1, 2026, and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It does not specify particular changes to existing criminal procedures or identify specific groups affected by the new act. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Rules Committee following its introduction.
HB 3807 prohibits Oklahoma insurers from refusing coverage or charging higher rates to widowed individuals based on their marital status reflecting the death of a spouse. The bill directly affects widowed residents purchasing insurance policies in Oklahoma by requiring insurers to treat them the same as married individuals for rate and coverage purposes. Key provisions ban insurers from denying coverage or charging different premiums solely due to widowhood, ensuring equal treatment regardless of marital status after a spouse's death. The law takes effect November 1, 2026, and applies to all insurance policies covered under Oklahoma Statutes Title 36. This is a direct policy change preventing discrimination against widowed people in insurance markets.
