HB 3966 allows Oklahoma residents wrongfully convicted of felonies and later cleared through a governor's pardon or court order finding actual innocence to receive compensation. The bill calculates payments as $50,000 for each full year served in prison, with additional $50,000 per year for time spent on death row and $25,000 per year for parole or probation time. Compensation is capped at $1 million paid as a lump sum, or in annual installments over three years for larger awards. This retroactive law applies to all wrongful convictions resulting in imprisonment since 1975, with claims requiring documented evidence of innocence from the governor or court.
HB 3945 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Public Health and Safety Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. It does not create new policies, programs, or funding mechanisms - its sole purpose is to establish this title for future legislation. The bill contains no substantive provisions or changes to public health or safety regulations. It is currently in early stages (first reading, referred to Rules committee) with no policy details provided in the text. This is a naming resolution, not a policy bill.
HB 3776 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Public Health and Safety Reform Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy provisions or changes to public health or safety laws. The bill does not directly affect any individuals, organizations, or existing regulations, as it only establishes a title and effective date for future legislation. This is a non-codified act with no voting record or policy impact at this stage.
HB 3752 establishes the Oklahoma Education Reform Act of 2026 as a formal title for future education legislation. The bill does not create new policies or change existing laws but instead sets the official name for upcoming education reforms. It specifies that the act becomes effective on November 1, 2026, providing a clear implementation timeline for subsequent legislative actions. This procedural measure prepares the legal framework for future education-related bills without altering current educational practices or funding.
HB 3900 is a procedural bill that establishes the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2026" as a named statute but specifies it will not be codified in Oklahoma's official legal code. It sets an effective date of November 1, 2026, for the act. This bill does not create new regulations or affect any professions or occupations; it solely provides naming and timing details for a non-codified law. As a procedural measure, it has no substantive policy impact on licensing, practice, or oversight of professions.
HB 3599 requires Oklahoma's Medicaid program to implement a $35 copayment per service for Medicaid expansion enrollees (individuals covered under the expanded Medicaid program) starting November 1, 2026. The bill mandates this cost-sharing under federal guidelines, prohibits reducing copayments below $35 for nonemergency emergency department visits, and caps total annual cost-sharing at 5% of a family's quarterly income. It directs the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to file the necessary waiver or amendment by January 1, 2027, to enact these changes. This policy directly affects Medicaid expansion recipients by adding a new cost-sharing requirement for routine care.
HB 4069 is a procedural bill that names itself the "Public Finance Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It contains no substantive policy changes or new requirements for public finance. The bill simply establishes a title for administrative purposes and specifies when the name takes effect. As a naming act with no operational provisions, it directly affects no specific entities or policies. This is a routine legislative procedural step, not a policy reform.
HB 3600 requires Oklahoma courts to provide specific written explanations when ruling that a law violates constitutional limits on local or special legislation (Sections 32 or 46 of Article V). It directly affects state courts by mandating they detail the exact constitutional reason for striking down such laws, rather than issuing a general ruling. The key provision adds a new requirement to Oklahoma Statutes, ensuring transparency in judicial decisions about legislative measures. This change applies to all courts reviewing laws that might conflict with the state constitution’s restrictions on localized or special laws. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.
HB 3726 requires Oklahoma Turnpike Authority bonds issued after a certain date to be secured solely by toll revenue from specific turnpike projects, not general state funds. It prohibits using revenue from one turnpike project to fund other projects or general operations, mandating separate financial accounts for each project's revenue. This directly affects how the Authority finances and manages its turnpike infrastructure, ensuring project-specific funding. The bill amends existing laws (69 O.S. 2021, Sections 1705, 1709, 1711, 1717, 1719) to enforce these financial safeguards.
HB 3694 requires Oklahoma counties to use a new form for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses when purchasing a new home. The form verifies their prior exemption from property taxes on a previous homestead under Oklahoma Constitution Sections 8E and 8F. County assessors must then update property records to maintain the exemption on the new home. This policy directly affects disabled veterans and surviving spouses who buy property, ensuring their tax exemption continues seamlessly after moving. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2026.
HB 3610 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Counties and County Officers Act of 2026" and sets its effective date. It does not change any existing laws or affect counties, county officers, or residents. The bill simply establishes a formal citation for future reference and specifies November 1, 2026, as its effective date. It is noncodified, meaning it will not be added to Oklahoma's official statutes. This is purely an administrative measure with no substantive policy changes.
HB 3646 amends Oklahoma's property and casualty insurance rate filing rules, directly affecting insurers operating in the state. It requires insurers to submit rates and supporting documentation to the Insurance Commissioner, who must review filings within 30 days and may disapprove rates that don't meet standards. The bill establishes a process for insurers to request hearings if rates are disapproved and clarifies that insurers cannot use unfiled rates. It repeals outdated provisions and defines key terms like "competitive market" and "prospective loss costs" to standardize the filing process. The changes streamline rate oversight while ensuring transparency in how insurance premiums are set.
