Housing

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1063: Landlord and tenant; Anti-Fungi Act of 2025; repairs; mold; penalties; effective date.

HB 1063, the "Anti-Fungi Act of 2025," requires landlords to address mold in rental properties within specific timeframes. Landlords must begin mold treatment within three business days of a tenant report and complete it within seven business days, applying to most rental units (excluding single-family residences in some cases). Violations carry a penalty of up to $1,000, payable directly to affected tenants. The law takes effect on November 1, 2025, and does not apply to single-family homes or properties where mold levels are below 0.1 mcg per 100 cm².

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates rapid mold remediation for landlords, directly strengthening tenant health/safety protections in rental housing with enforceable penalties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2015: Landlord and tenant; landlord's breach of rental agreement; providing tenant may bring action; liability for damages; withholding payment of rent in certain circumstances; procedure; effective date.

HB 2015 (Oklahoma) clarifies tenant rights when landlords fail to meet rental agreement terms or health/safety standards. It requires tenants to provide landlords with written notice of issues, giving them 14 days to fix problems before tenants can take action. If landlords don’t act, tenants may legally withhold rent (up to one month’s cost for repairs), deduct repair costs from rent, or terminate the lease for uninhabitable conditions. The bill also prohibits landlords from pursuing eviction for nonpayment while tenants use these remedies, effective November 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingStrengthens tenant protections by requiring landlord repairs within 14 days and allowing rent withholding/deduction for uninhabitable conditions, directly advancing tenant rights in housing policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1394: Income tax credit; providing credit equal to OHFA down payment and closing cost assistance. Effective date.

SB 1394 creates a refundable income tax credit for Oklahoma residents who receive down payment or closing cost assistance through the Oklahoma Increased Housing Program (OHFA). The credit equals the exact amount of assistance received each tax year, directly benefiting first-time homebuyers using OHFA support. If the credit exceeds a taxpayer's income tax liability, the excess amount is refunded to them. This credit applies to tax years starting in 2027, effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides refundable tax credit for first-time homebuyers using OHFA, reducing tax liability for lower-income residents through direct fiscal relief.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates refundable tax credit matching OHFA down payment assistance, directly increasing affordability for first-time homebuyers through state housing program funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Homeownership

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 2294: Group homes; group home procedure and affected real property owners; mandate; effective date.

HB 2294 allows group homes for people with developmental or physical disabilities to operate as permitted residential uses in all residential zones across Oklahoma, eliminating the need for special permits like conditional use approvals. It requires group home operators to notify all property owners within 300 feet of the proposed location before establishment and mandates the Department of Human Services to create rules within 180 days to prevent over-concentration, setting a minimum 1,200-foot spacing requirement between new group homes. The bill prohibits local governments from imposing additional fees, taxes, or environmental reviews on group homes beyond what applies to single-family residences. This directly affects group home operators, neighboring property owners, and local zoning authorities by standardizing procedures and notification requirements.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves zoning barriers for disability group homes, enabling more accessible housing options without special permits, advancing affordable housing access for disabled residents.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning

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signed · Oklahoma · House May 14, 2025

HB 1549: Public finance; private activity bond allocation; definitions; pools; application; effective date.

HB 1549 modifies Oklahoma's allocation system for private activity bonds, which are tax-exempt bonds used to fund projects like housing and economic development. It redefines key terms and adjusts how the state's annual bond issuance limit ("state ceiling") is divided into specific pools, including increasing the Student Loan Pool to 15.5% and creating new pools for beginning agricultural producers and rural housing. These changes affect state agencies, local governments, housing authorities, and other bond issuers that rely on tax-exempt financing for projects like affordable housing, student loans, and economic development. The bill specifies that allocations from certain pools require approvals from the Oklahoma Department of Commerce or the Council of Bond Oversight. It became law on May 14, 2025, without gubernatorial action.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates new rural housing pool in bond allocation system, directing tax-exempt bonds toward housing development projects per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SJR 23: Constitutional amendment; transferring ad valorem provisions to statute; expanding exemption and modifying cap on fair cash value; authorization to levy consumption tax.

SJR 23 proposes moving Oklahoma's property tax rules from the state constitution to statutes while introducing alternatives for local taxation. It would fully exempt the primary residence value of Oklahomans aged 65+ from property taxes, allow temporary freezes on property values for other residents, and authorize counties to replace property taxes with voter-approved consumption taxes (like a sales tax) for local funding. The bill modifies how homestead property values are calculated and sets new caps on value increases for qualifying homes. This would directly affect homeowners (especially seniors), counties (which could propose new tax structures), and voters (who must approve tax changes).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemptions for seniors and freezes for residents, reducing tax burden. Authorizes local consumption taxes as alternative funding, promoting fiscal flexibility and relief.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts seniors' primary residences from property taxes, reducing housing costs for this group.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Property Taxes

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SB 1332: Oklahoma Water Resources Board; creating the Targeted Housing and Responsible Infrastructure for Vital Economies (THRIVE) Act. Effective date.

SB 1332, the THRIVE Act, creates a program providing zero-interest loans to eligible housing developers needing water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure to complete housing projects. It establishes a $100 million revolving fund administered by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, allocating funds based on population size (33% to large cities, 33% to mid-sized areas, 34% to small communities). The program requires a scoring system for applications prioritizing housing needs, economic development, workforce housing, and fiscal sustainability, with a clawback provision requiring repayment if projects aren't completed. It mandates annual public reporting on project status and outcomes, effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $100M state fund for housing infrastructure loans, increasing public spending on housing projects through targeted budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates $100M revolving fund for zero-interest loans to housing developers for infrastructure, prioritizing housing needs. Directly funds housing development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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died · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 19, 2025

SB 45: Taxation; modifying qualifications and amount of claims for property tax relief. Effective date.

This bill increases property tax relief eligibility for Oklahoma seniors (65+) and disabled residents. It raises the income limit for qualifying households from $12,000 to $38,000 annually and increases the maximum annual tax relief from $200 to $2,000. Relief is calculated as property taxes paid above 1% of household income, but capped at $2,000 per claim. The changes apply to claims for taxes paid in the prior calendar year and take effect January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax relief for seniors/disabled by raising income limits ($12k→$38k) and max relief ($200→$2,000), reducing tax burden on lower-income households.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases property tax relief eligibility and caps for seniors/disabled, directly lowering housing costs for existing homeowners and enhancing affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 29, 2025

SB 877: Deed regulation; real estate licensing; requiring certain continuing education course; requiring certain notification to buyer. Effective date.

SB 877 requires Oklahoma real estate licensees (brokers and sales associates) to complete continuing education on "deed theft" prevention by November 1, 2028. It defines "deed theft" as fraudulently altering property documents, misrepresenting ownership, or stealing property through deception. The bill also mandates that brokers provide written notification about deed theft risks to buyers at closing, requiring buyers to sign a confirmation of receipt. This law, effective November 1, 2025, directly affects real estate professionals and homebuyers by adding education requirements and transparency measures to combat property fraud.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents deed theft fraud, protecting property rights which is part of housing policy.85% confidence

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 1908: Landlord and tenant; landlord's breach of a rental agreement; notice; text; email; effective date.

HB 1908 allows tenants in Oklahoma to deliver written notices of landlord lease violations via text message or email, in addition to traditional mail. The bill amends existing law to specify that notices must still include a 30-day termination window after a 14-day remedy period for breaches affecting health/safety or essential services. It directly affects tenants and landlords in rental agreements by expanding how tenants can formally communicate violations under Oklahoma law. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tenant communication methods for lease violations, strengthening tenant protections in housing disputes per bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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