HB 1065 extends the expiration date of Oklahoma's Quality Events Incentive Act from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2032. The bill amends Section 4301 of the Oklahoma Statutes to change the program's end date, directly affecting event organizers qualifying under the Act for tax incentives. This extension provides continued eligibility for qualifying events through 2032 without altering the incentive structure or creating new tax obligations. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2025, following its passage in the legislature.
HB 1938 requires Oklahoma school districts to conduct annual fitness assessments for students in grades 3 through 12 starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The assessments must measure aerobic capacity, body composition, and muscular strength using age- and gender-specific health standards, with exemptions for students with disabilities. School districts must report anonymized results to state education and health agencies and provide clear summaries to parents, while the State Department of Education and Health must analyze correlations between fitness results and factors like obesity, attendance, academic performance, and school meal programs. The bill also mandates an annual report to the Governor on district compliance and allows for recognition programs for schools showing fitness improvements.
HB 2805 establishes minimum medical loss ratio (MLR) requirements for dental benefit plans in Oklahoma, requiring insurers to spend at least 85% of premium revenue on actual dental care (not overhead) for large group plans and 80% for individual/small group plans. If insurers fail to meet these ratios, they must issue annual rebates to enrollees calculated as the shortfall multiplied by total premium revenue (excluding certain fees). The bill also mandates annual MLR reporting to the Oklahoma Insurance Department by calendar year, with public data disclosure, and requires insurers to file dental rate changes by July 1 for January 1 effective dates. It does not apply to Medicaid plans and takes effect January 1, 2028, for rebate implementation.
HB 1604 updates Oklahoma's vehicle excise tax rules, changing rates for off-road vehicles (4.5% of sale price with a $5 minimum) and adjusting used vehicle tax brackets. It adds a $10 flat fee for heavy trucks (55,000+ pounds), trailers, and frac tanks used for highway transport, while clarifying this tax replaces sales/use taxes for commercial vehicles. The bill also allows tax credits for stolen or defective new vehicles within 90 days (theft) or six months (defect). These changes affect all Oklahoma vehicle buyers, sellers, and commercial truck operators, particularly for off-road vehicles and heavy freight equipment.
HB 1769 modifies Oklahoma school district health insurance benefits for employees. It sets minimum monthly flexible benefit allowances: $69.71 for certified staff (like teachers) and $189.69 for support staff (like aides) if they opt out of the district’s health plan. Employees who don’t use their full allowance to cover health benefits receive the excess as taxable cash payments. The bill requires annual enrollment between November 1 and December 15, with specific rules for mid-year terminations and unused allowances.
SB 1065 raises the maximum compensation limit for pain and suffering (noneconomic damages) in personal injury cases from $350,000 to $500,000. It directly affects plaintiffs injured by negligence who seek compensation for non-monetary harms like pain, disfigurement, or loss of companionship. The bill allows exceeding the cap only if a jury finds the defendant acted with reckless disregard, gross negligence, fraud, or intentional malice - requiring specific findings on the misconduct type. This law applies to all bodily injury cases filed after November 1, 2025, and does not affect government tort claims or wrongful death cases.
HB 1561, the "Foreign Adversary Divestment Act of 2025," requires Oklahoma's public pension systems, university endowments, and local government investment funds to sell all holdings in entities tied to countries designated as "foreign adversaries" by the U.S. State Department. The bill prohibits investments in companies owned by such countries, state-owned enterprises in those nations, or companies domiciled there, with full divestment mandated by January 1, 2028. Affected funds must identify and eliminate these holdings, reducing prohibited investments to less than 0.05% of total assets. The law applies specifically to state-managed funds, including public retirement systems and public university endowments, and defines "foreign adversaries" as U.S.-designated hostile nations.
This bill amends Oklahoma's public nuisance laws to prevent businesses selling lawful products from being classified as public nuisances. It requires courts to find that a defendant controlled the nuisance conditions before awarding liability and mandates "clear and convincing evidence" for private lawsuits claiming special harm. These changes directly affect businesses selling legal goods and individuals filing civil nuisance claims. The law takes effect November 1, 2025.
HB 2439 modifies Oklahoma's State Government Asset Reduction Program to require annual reports identifying the 5% most underutilized state properties, with the Oklahoma Historical Society explicitly exempt from these reporting requirements. It creates a Maintenance of State Buildings Revolving Fund to use proceeds from property sales for repairs and limited technology upgrades, while mandating that the Historical Society must approve any sale of its properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places or deemed historically significant. The bill ensures historical sites are protected during asset reduction efforts by requiring the Historical Society's input before selling such properties.
HB 2387 increases the size of Oklahoma's Commission for Rehabilitation Services from three to seven members by adding appointments: two additional members appointed by the Senate President Pro Tempore, two by the Governor, and one by the House Speaker. The bill specifies staggered terms for the new members, with appointments beginning July 1, 2025, and sets the effective date for November 1, 2025. This procedural change modifies the commission's membership structure without altering the agency's duties or programs.
HB 1111 simplifies SNAP eligibility for Oklahomans aged 60+ or with disabilities who have no earned income and live in qualifying households. It allows these individuals to skip annual recertification, use a shortened application form, and remain eligible for benefits for 36 months after approval. The bill also establishes a minimum $100 standard medical deduction for households with elderly or disabled members, covering verified expenses like prescriptions and doctor visits, pending a USDA waiver. These changes take effect November 1, 2025, for all new applications and recertifications.
HB 2426 creates a licensing system for "Professional Severe Weather Trackers" in Oklahoma, primarily affecting individuals working with qualified media outlets (TV/radio stations) or meteorology programs at Oklahoma colleges. The bill requires license applicants to pass criminal checks, carry $1 million vehicle insurance, complete emergency driving courses, and display license numbers on vehicles. It sets a $500 fee for a three-year initial license and $250 for renewals, with requirements including employer verification and vehicle safety standards. The law applies specifically to tracking severe weather events like tornadoes, flash floods, or wildfires as defined by the National Weather Service.
