Rep. Mark Chapman

Maddy summarySB 1859 creates a Cyber Crime and Fraud Unit within Oklahoma's State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) to enhance investigations into cyber-enabled crimes (like ransomware and digital extortion), financial fraud (including identity theft), and digital evidence handling. The bill establishes a revolving fund with a $3 million appropriation from the General Revenue Fund for fiscal 2026, allowing the unit to operate without annual budget constraints. The unit can only investigate upon requests from local law enforcement, Governor direction, or under existing statutes - explicitly stating it does not expand OSBI's jurisdiction. It will provide technical support, training to law enforcement, and coordinate with federal and tribal partners on cybercrime cases.

Maddy summaryHB 4191 modifies Oklahoma's Small Employer Quality Jobs Act to adjust tax incentives for qualifying businesses. It establishes a "net benefit rate" (capped at 5%) calculated by subtracting state costs (like education and public services) from projected tax revenue generated by new jobs, then pays eligible small employers (under 500 employees) quarterly over seven years based on this rate. To qualify, businesses must commit to creating new jobs - ranging from 5 to 15 jobs or a percentage of current staff - within 12-36 months, depending on their city's population size. The bill requires applications through the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and ties incentives directly to verified new-hire wages.

Maddy summaryHB 1739 increases employer contributions to Oklahoma's law enforcement retirement system from 11% to 16.5% over five years, starting July 2025. It changes how retirement benefits are calculated for certain officers by using the highest salary for similar positions (instead of final average salary) to determine payments. The bill directly affects current and future retirees in the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Retirement System, including highway patrol officers, investigators, and other covered law enforcement roles. Benefits will be based on the greater of either the top salary for comparable positions or the member's final average salary, multiplied by 2.5% per year of service.

Maddy summaryHB 3787 requires all candidates for municipal, county, or school board positions in Oklahoma to meet the state's basic voting eligibility requirements as defined in the Oklahoma Constitution. This means candidates must be U.S. citizens, residents of the district, and otherwise qualified to vote in Oklahoma elections. The bill amends existing election laws to enforce this standard for all state, county, municipal, and school board offices, effective November 1, 2026. It does not change the specific requirements but ensures candidates already must meet these standards.

Maddy summaryHB 4193 prohibits Oklahoma state agencies and political subdivisions from contracting with "foreign adversary companies" (defined as entities tied to governments of China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria) or "federally banned corporations" (such as those blocked by federal agencies under national security laws). It requires all bidders to certify they are not on these restricted lists, with false certifications subject to $250,000 penalties or twice the contract value, plus a 60-month contract ban. Exceptions allow contracts only when no reasonable alternative exists and the purchase is pre-approved by state procurement officials. The law applies to all state procurement of goods/services, excluding companies compliant with federal secure communications standards.

Maddy summarySB 1611, the Procurement Protection Act of 2026, prohibits Oklahoma state agencies and political subdivisions from contracting with specific companies to protect state interests. It directly affects state procurement by banning contracts with: (1) state-owned enterprises of countries designated as "foreign adversaries" (like China under U.S. designations), (2) companies domiciled in such countries, (3) companies controlled by foreign adversaries, or (4) companies banned by federal agencies (e.g., FCC-listed security threats). Companies must certify they don’t meet these categories, and false certifications carry $250,000 civil penalties or 60-month contract bans. Exceptions allow contracts only if no reasonable alternative exists and approval is granted by state procurement officials.

Maddy summaryHB 4190 creates a Cyber Crime and Fraud Unit within Oklahoma's State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) to investigate cyber-enabled crimes, financial fraud, and digital evidence cases. It funds the unit through a one-time $3 million appropriation from general funds and a new $2 annual fee on motor vehicle insurance renewals (collected by insurers and remitted to OSBI). The unit operates within OSBI's existing jurisdiction, using funds for personnel, technology, training, and operations, with all revenues deposited into a dedicated revolving fund. The bill requires OSBI to provide annual reports on fund usage and takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 4195 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Property Tax Policy Act of 2026" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. It does not establish new tax policies or alter existing tax rules; the bill solely serves to formally identify the future legislation and specify when it takes effect. The bill is not codified in Oklahoma Statutes, meaning it does not create binding tax law. This is a naming and scheduling measure, not a substantive tax policy change.

Maddy summaryHB 4210 is a procedural bill that names the "Federal Funds Reporting Requirements Act of 2026" and sets its effective date for November 1, 2026. The bill text contains no substantive reporting requirements or mechanisms - only the act's title and effective date. It does not specify who would be affected or describe any new obligations. This appears to be a naming bill without concrete policy changes, as no actual reporting provisions are detailed in the provided text. The bill is currently in early stages (first reading, referred to Rules committee) with no further details available.

Maddy summaryThis proposed constitutional amendment (HJR 1082) would create partial property tax exemptions for Oklahoma veterans with service-connected disabilities below 100%. It directly affects veterans honorably discharged from military service who have a disability rating of 10% to 99% and are certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill establishes specific exemption amounts based on disability percentage: $5,000 for 10-29%, $7,500 for 30-49%, $10,000 for 50-69%, and $12,000 for 70-99%. To qualify, applicants must prove Oklahoma residency and meet existing homestead exemption requirements. The measure requires voter approval as a constitutional amendment.