Budget & Taxes

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 2953: Schools; repeal; Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit; effective date.

HB 2953 repeals specific sections of Oklahoma law (28-100, 28-100A, 28-101, 28-102, and 28-103) that previously established the Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit program. This bill directly affects the state’s education tax credit system by removing its legal foundation, effectively ending the program. The repeal takes effect November 1, 2026, meaning the tax credit will no longer be available after that date. As a procedural bill, it does not create new policy but eliminates existing law governing the credit.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals education tax credit program, removing tax benefit and restricting tax incentives. Clear intent to end the program.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRepeals Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit program, ending tax credit funding for private school access and limiting educational choice options.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits School Choice

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passed both · Oklahoma · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 122: Motor vehicles; certification of existence of security; valid insurance. Effective date.

SB 122 appropriates $9 million from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Weigh Station Improvement Revolving Fund for the 2023 fiscal year. This funding directly supports the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (DOT) in upgrading weigh stations, which inspect commercial truck weights to ensure road safety and compliance with weight limits. The bill provides concrete financial resources for the DOT to carry out its legal duties related to weigh station maintenance and improvements. It becomes effective July 1, 2025, with an emergency declaration allowing immediate implementation upon approval. The bill does not alter laws or create new regulations but allocates specific funds for existing DOT responsibilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $9M from General Revenue Fund to fund DOT weigh station upgrades, directly advancing state budget allocation for essential transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates $9M to upgrade weigh stations for road safety and DOT compliance, directly funding transportation infrastructure maintenance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Freight Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate Apr 22, 2026

SB 1164: Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; making an appropriation; requiring portions of certain appropriated funds be used for certain purposes. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1164 appropriates $100,000 from the state general fund to Oklahoma's Department of Public Safety for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to support its existing legal duties. The bill declares an emergency to allow immediate funding for public safety needs, though it does not specify new programs or services. This is a routine budget allocation for an existing state agency, not a policy change affecting residents directly. The funds will be used as needed by the Department of Public Safety to carry out its current responsibilities. The bill was introduced on March 31, 2025, and referred to the Appropriations Committee.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRoutine appropriation of $100k to Department of Public Safety for existing operations, supporting state budget allocation and fiscal management of essential public safety functions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Tags Public Safety

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1420: State Government; reduction of property owned and leased by the state; exemption; effective date.

HB 1420 requires Oklahoma state agencies to reduce owned and leased property by prioritizing the sale of underutilized state-owned assets, eliminating unnecessary leases, and using existing property instead of new construction. It mandates that all state agencies obtain approval from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services before leasing, purchasing, or constructing new property, with proceeds from sales deposited into a dedicated building maintenance fund. The bill also requires annual public reporting on property sales, lease reductions, and fund usage, while exempting agencies like the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and Turnpike Authority from these requirements. This policy directly affects all state agencies (except the exempted entities) by changing how they manage real estate assets and funding for building maintenance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPromotes fiscal responsibility by requiring sale of underutilized property and redirecting proceeds to maintenance fund, reducing unnecessary state spending on real estate.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 151: Cities and towns; Oklahoma Neighborhood Revitalization Act; creating the Oklahoma Neighborhood Revitalization Fund. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 151 creates the Oklahoma Neighborhood Revitalization Fund to provide grants for aesthetic improvements in small municipalities. It directs sales tax revenue to fund projects like sidewalk repairs, street lighting, and roadside beautification for cities with under 25,000 residents. Municipalities must contribute 20% of project costs (capped at $500,000) and apply by May 1, 2026, with funds distributed by October 1, 2026. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce reviews applications and allocates funds exclusively for approved improvements, prohibiting use for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirects existing sales tax revenue to fund neighborhood revitalization grants, allocating state tax funds toward community infrastructure projects in small municipalities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax

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died · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 23, 2026

SB 1391: Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit Act; requiring participating private schools to administer certain assessment of eligible students; establishing fee. Effective date.

SB 1391 modifies Oklahoma's Parental Choice Tax Credit Act to adjust household income limits for families using the program. It increases the income threshold for the highest credit tier from $150,000 to $225,000 annually (with a $6,000 credit), adds a new $250,000+ bracket (capping credits at $5,000), and maintains lower tiers for lower-income households. The bill affects families paying private school tuition who qualify for the tax credit, capping the credit at actual tuition costs regardless of income. It also requires participating private schools to administer certain assessments to students, updating prior requirements. These changes apply to tax years 2024 onward and fiscal years 2026 onward.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExpands tax credit eligibility to higher income brackets ($225k→$250k+), providing larger tax breaks for wealthier families, reducing state revenue. Aligns with 'creates tax breaks primarily for wealthy'.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands tax credit eligibility for private school tuition, increasing educational access for higher-income families by raising income limits and adding new brackets.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Higher Education School Choice Testing & Assessment

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate Apr 28, 2025

SB 469: Oklahoma Emission Reduction Technology Rebate Program; modifying eligibility requirements. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 469 modifies eligibility requirements for Oklahoma's Emission Reduction Technology Rebate Program, which provides up to 25% rebates for businesses implementing qualifying emission-reduction projects within the state. The bill clarifies submission deadlines (requiring documentation within six months after fiscal year-end completion) and adds a preliminary review process for applications before project funding is spent. It also specifies that applicants must have filed all required Oklahoma tax returns and maintain $1 million general liability insurance with workers' compensation coverage. The changes apply to businesses seeking rebates administered by the Department of Environmental Quality and Oklahoma Tax Commission, using funds from dedicated revolving funds. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax rebates (up to 25%) for businesses implementing emission projects, providing tax relief through state fiscal incentives.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyModifies rebate program to incentivize emission-reduction projects, directly advancing cleaner energy infrastructure through financial incentives for qualifying businesses.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill modifies rebate program to fund emission-reduction projects, directly supporting pollution control through business incentives.95% confidence

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 2177: Public finance; revenue estimates; procedures; effective date; emergency.

HB 2177 requires state agencies collecting revenue for the General Revenue Fund and Special Revenue Funds to provide the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services with detailed, itemized annual revenue estimates. This includes actual past collections, current year projections, and three-year forecasts, along with written explanations of methodology. The Oklahoma Tax Commission must also submit comprehensive economic reports two weeks before State Board of Equalization meetings, covering national/state economic performance and forecast accuracy. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025, and mandates that all required reports be shared simultaneously with legislative budget committees.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires detailed revenue estimates and economic reports to enhance fiscal transparency and accountability in budget planning.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 10, 2025

SB 47: Taxation; modifying special license fee for coin-operated music and amusement devices. Effective date.

SB 47 modifies Oklahoma's annual license fee for coin-operated music and amusement devices, reducing the fee from $75 to $37.50 per machine. It directly affects businesses operating these devices, such as arcades or music machines, by lowering their annual licensing cost. The bill also updates fee structures for other coin-operated devices (like vending machines), clarifies billing for bulk vending devices, and makes statutory language gender-neutral. It specifies that these fees replace applicable sales taxes, and includes provisions for seasonal events like fairs. The changes take effect January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces annual license fee for businesses from $75 to $37.50, providing direct tax relief for affected operators per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2025

HB 1760: Revenue and taxation; Equal Opportunity Education Scholarship Act; tax credit; foundations; cap; contribution; eligibility; rules.

HB 1760 creates tax credits for Oklahoma taxpayers who contribute to eligible scholarship-granting or educational improvement organizations. It allows a 50% tax credit (up to $1,000 for individuals, $2,000 for married couples, $100,000 for businesses) on contributions, increasing to 75% for those making a multi-year commitment with written proof. The bill also modifies how credits are allocated to business owners and requires annual financial reporting from participating organizations. These credits are subject to annual caps established by the Oklahoma Tax Commission.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits (50-75%) for education donations, reducing taxpayer liability and directing private funds toward educational programs via fiscal incentives.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates tax credits to fund education scholarships, expanding access and increasing private funding for K-12 education through tax incentives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits School Choice Student Financial Aid

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