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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 3047: State government; reports; Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency; procedures; effective date.

HB 3047 requires Oklahoma state agencies to file all statutorily mandated reports electronically with the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency (LOFT) instead of on paper. LOFT must create an online filing system, maintain a public index of all required reports with their status, and notify the Legislature when reports are available. Agencies may submit printed copies only if they provide a written explanation for why electronic filing isn't possible. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and is classified as an emergency measure. (This procedural bill directly affects state agencies and LOFT, with no direct impact on citizens or businesses.)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates electronic reporting for state agencies, advancing digital government operations and transparency through required online filing system.90% confidence

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died · Oklahoma · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 3675: Health insurance; review agents; artificial intelligence system; adverse determinations; effective date.

HB 3675 requires health insurance companies to have a qualified human professional review any adverse decision (like denying coverage) made by an algorithm, artificial intelligence system, or automated decision system before it becomes final. The bill mandates that patients receive clear notices explaining the reasons for denied coverage, the clinical basis for the decision, and how to appeal. It allows AI systems to be used for administrative tasks or fraud detection but prohibits their use in final coverage decisions without human oversight. The law takes effect on November 1, 2026, directly affecting patients, insurers, and utilization review agents in Oklahoma.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires human review of AI-denied insurance claims, mandates clear patient notices, and protects patient rights from automated coverage denials.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates human review of AI-driven insurance denials, requires clear patient notices about clinical basis, and restricts AI use in adverse decisions to protect consumer rights and transparency.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 4356: Social media; social networks; minors; verification; effective date.

HB 4356 requires social media platforms accessed by Oklahoma minors under 16 years old to verify users' ages before allowing account creation or access. It prohibits platforms from using "dark patterns" (manipulative design) to bypass age checks and bans third-party vendors from retaining minors' personal data. The law exempts email services, gaming platforms, educational tools, and other non-social media services from these requirements. It applies to platforms operating in Oklahoma that connect users socially through features like infinite scrolling or algorithm-driven content.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires age verification and bans data retention for minors on social media, directly protecting youth data privacy per bill's provisions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3523: Social media platforms; adverse action; user's page or account; notice; hearing; temporary restriction; right of action; effective date.

HB 3523 requires large social media platforms (with over 100 million global users accessible in Oklahoma) to provide users with detailed written notice before taking adverse actions like suspensions or deletions. This notice must specify the violated rule, content in question, evidence, and proposed action, followed by a 7-day response period and human review. Platforms may temporarily restrict accounts to prevent imminent harm only if they provide 24-hour notice and hold a full hearing within 7 days, restoring accounts if the action isn't justified. Affected users gain a right to sue for $10,000 per violation or seek injunctive relief, while Oklahoma's Attorney General can enforce the law with civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates social media platforms to provide detailed notice, evidence, and human review before account actions, enhancing user rights and platform accountability for consumer protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 1479: Crimes and punishments; prohibiting certain release of public scene-specific information. Effective date.

SB 1479 prohibits first responders (police, firefighters, EMTs) and scene support workers (tow truck operators, crime scene cleaners, road crews) from sharing details or photos/videos from accident or crime scenes on social media without prior authorization from the investigating agency. It requires employers to notify staff about these rules within 90 days of the law's effective date. Violating the rule would be a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1,000 or 60 days in jail. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits unauthorized sharing of crime scene details on social media, protecting victim privacy and data security per bill's privacy-focused restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 1535: Personal Privacy Protection Act; adding certain exceptions to authorize disclosure of personal affiliation information. Effective date.

SB 1535 amends Oklahoma's Personal Privacy Protection Act to clarify when public agencies may disclose "personal affiliation information" (data identifying people as members, donors, or volunteers of 501(c) nonprofit organizations). It generally prohibits public agencies from requiring or disclosing this information but adds specific exceptions, such as for lawful court orders, Attorney General investigations, or court proceedings with protective orders to prevent public release. The bill directly affects individuals who support nonprofits and public agencies handling such data, ensuring privacy while allowing limited disclosures under strict legal conditions. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy protections by limiting disclosure of personal affiliation data under strict exceptions, aligning with privacy-focused technology policies.95% confidence

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 1975: Schools; requiring public school districts to make certain examinations available to students who live in the district. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1975 requires Oklahoma public school districts to make Advanced Placement (AP) exams available to any student residing in the district and to post exam dates, registration details, and procedures on their websites by August 31 each year. It also mandates the Statewide Charter School Board to maintain an online learning platform offering AP courses, STEM subjects, foreign languages, and other high-quality courses for all Oklahoma students. The State Department of Education must provide information to students and parents about AP courses and their benefits for college readiness, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates AP exam access for all district students and creates statewide online courses (STEM, languages) to expand educational opportunities and access.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates online learning platform for AP courses and STEM, requiring internet-based access. Expands technology use in education to support digital access and equity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Choice Testing & Assessment

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 4083: Technology; deployers; AI chatbots; minors; age verification systems; emergency situations; effective date.

HB 4083 restricts AI chatbots from offering human-like features (such as pretending to feel emotions or build emotional bonds) to users under 18. It requires chatbot companies to implement age verification systems to prevent minors from accessing these features and mandates safety systems to detect emergencies like self-harm. Therapeutic chatbots providing mental health support may be available to minors only if approved by a licensed professional, with clear disclaimers and clinical evidence of safety. Violations can result in fines up to $7,500 per intentional violation, enforced by the Attorney General or affected minors.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts AI chatbot features for minors, mandates age verification and safety systems to protect youth, aligning with consumer protection regulations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Online Safety

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signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 3244: Crimes and punishments; modifying elements of certain unlawful acts; aggravated identity theft; effective date.

HB 3244 modifies Oklahoma law to strengthen penalties for patterns of criminal activity and exploitation of vulnerable individuals. It expands "pattern of criminal offenses" to include online acts (via social media, AI, or cellular networks) and adds identity theft to the list of crimes that can form a pattern, punishable by a Class D1 felony ($25,000 fine or imprisonment). The bill also increases penalties for exploiting elderly/disabled adults: theft of $100,000+ becomes a Class C1 felony, while lesser amounts trigger a Class C2 felony, with enhanced penalties for repeat exploitation. It directly affects criminals committing multiple offenses across locations or online, and those exploiting vulnerable groups (elderly, disabled, homeless, or minors) through coercion or deception.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization to include online acts/identity theft and increases penalties (e.g., Class C1 felony for $100k+ theft), strengthening punitive measures without reform focus.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by increasing penalties for online identity theft and exploitation via social media/AI, enhancing legal protections against tech-enabled crimes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Social Media

signed · Oklahoma · House May 11, 2026

HB 3678: Crimes and punishments; electronic communication devices; threaten; intimidate; harass; public officials; municipal officials; public school board members; effective date.

HB 3678 makes it a misdemeanor to use electronic devices (like social media or text messages) to publish personal details - such as names, addresses, or Social Security numbers - of protected individuals with the intent to threaten, intimidate, or harass them. It directly affects peace officers, public officials (including municipal and school board members), election officials, medical care providers, and crime victims. Violators face up to six months in jail or a $1,000 fine for a first offense, with harsher penalties for repeat violations. The law excludes medical care provider information unrelated to their professional duties and takes effect on November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects law enforcement and public officials from online harassment, advancing safety and accountability in criminal justice operations.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts publishing personal data via electronic devices to prevent harassment, enhancing data privacy protections for officials and victims.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Social Media