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.
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.
