HB 3676 updates Oklahoma's rules for transfer-on-death deeds, which allow property owners to name beneficiaries who automatically inherit the property upon the owner's death without probate. It requires property owners to provide written notice to beneficiaries about the 9-month deadline to record acceptance documents (after the owner's death), including the beneficiary's mailing address and the consequences of missing the deadline. If a beneficiary fails to meet the deadline (except for deaths before November 2011), their interest reverts to the estate, and courts may allocate related costs (like attorney fees) against that beneficiary. The bill also adds a "good-cause exception" for missed deadlines due to legal incapacity or lack of actual notice. This affects property owners using these deeds and their named beneficiaries.
HB 3843 updates record-keeping, fee collection, and financial reporting requirements for Oklahoma water districts. It requires districts to maintain most records under the Oklahoma Open Records Act (excluding private/confidential information) and post them online if available. The bill also allows districts to charge water consumers up to $0.10 per 1,000 gallons (subject to member approval and public notice) for district-benefiting purposes, while mandating annual financial audits for districts with over $50,000 in annual revenue and reviews for smaller districts. All reports must be filed with the State Auditor within six months of the fiscal year-end. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3746 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Civil Procedure Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. The bill contains no substantive policy changes or new provisions for civil procedure; it merely establishes the act's name and effective date. The text specifies the law will not be codified in Oklahoma Statutes. This is a naming and procedural measure, not a policy reform, as no specific civil procedure changes are described in the bill text.
HB 3823 requires private employers in Oklahoma to provide employees with up to 90 days of unpaid leave for organ or bone marrow donation, upon written request. It directly affects private employers (excluding government entities, schools, and public agencies) and their employees who are organ or bone marrow donors. The bill also allows employers who pay employees during this leave to claim a 25% credit against their Oklahoma income tax liability, limited to the first 90 days. This law does not apply to employees already covered by federal Family Medical Leave Act protections and takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3879 requires Oklahoma water districts to maintain and post their records online in compliance with the Oklahoma Open Records Act, except for private or confidential information. It sets specific financial audit requirements: districts with over $50,000 in annual revenue must obtain annual audits by certified public accountants, while smaller districts must prepare annual financial reviews. Both types of reports must be filed with the State Auditor and Inspector within six months of the fiscal year-end. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2026, directly affecting all Oklahoma water districts operating under these financial thresholds.
HB 3640 names the "Marriage Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This is a procedural bill with no substantive policy changes, simply establishing the act's official title and implementation date. It does not alter marriage laws or directly affect any individuals or groups. The bill serves only to formally name the legislation and specify when it takes effect.
HJR 1072 proposes a referendum to add a 1-2% income tax on high earners (over $1 million for single filers or $2 million for married couples) starting in 2027. Revenue from this tax would fund the "Future Readers, Future Leaders Investment Revolving Fund," which would provide a $5,000 stipend to National Board Certified Teachers and allocate $100 million annually for statewide reading programs. Remaining funds would support schools designated as "Comprehensive Support and Improvement" (CSI) or "More Rigorous Intervention" (MRI) based on student enrollment, with a minimum $25,000 per school and adjusted funding for schools improving over time. The bill requires voter approval at the 2026 general election and is currently in committee referral.
This bill establishes the Insurance Act of 2026 as the official name for insurance-related laws in Oklahoma. It sets the effective date for these laws to begin on November 1, 2026. The legislation does not change any existing insurance regulations or requirements. It serves primarily as a procedural measure to formally name and date the insurance framework for the upcoming year.
HB 3732 formally establishes the "Elections Act of 2026" as the official name for a new election law and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. This procedural bill does not outline substantive election rules or changes to voting procedures; it solely provides the act's name and implementation timeline. The bill directly affects Oklahoma's election administration by designating the framework for future election-related legislation. It has no content beyond naming the act and setting its effective date.
HB 3592 prohibits Oklahoma Medicaid (SoonerCare) funds from covering abortions at facilities primarily engaged in abortion services, except in two specific cases: pregnancies resulting from rape or incest, or when a woman faces a life-threatening physical condition caused by the pregnancy (as certified by a physician). This bill directly affects Medicaid recipients seeking abortions outside these exceptions and healthcare providers receiving Medicaid payments for abortion services. Key provisions define "abortion" per existing law and block Medicaid funding for non-exempt abortion care, effective November 1, 2026. The policy change restricts Medicaid coverage for abortions with narrow medical and legal exceptions.
HB 3837, the "Oklahoma Government Transparency and Judicial Accountability Act," clarifies who can be reported to the Council on Judicial Complaints. It expands the definition of "judicial officer" to include executive branch officials acting in judicial or quasi-judicial roles (like resolving disputes), as well as magistrates, court commissioners, and administrative law judges. The bill ensures complaints about these individuals can be reviewed by the Council, with findings referred to appropriate bodies like the Court on the Judiciary or Ethics Commission. This directly affects officials exercising judicial powers outside traditional courts, improving accountability for their conduct. The bill responds to an Attorney General opinion and modifies existing statutes to clarify the complaint process.
This bill, known as the Oklahoma Mental Health Reform Act of 2026, establishes a new legal framework for mental health services in Oklahoma. It does not currently contain specific policy provisions or operational details, as it only creates a title for future legislation and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026. The measure is currently in its early stages, having been introduced and referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration.
