Rep. Collin Duel

Maddy summarySB 1224 amends Oklahoma law to allow the Pardon and Parole Board to notify victims or their representatives via email, in addition to mail, for parole and pardon proceedings. This change applies to victims who have provided a current email address to the Board or their district attorney's victim-witness coordinator. The bill updates Section 332.2 of Oklahoma Statutes to specify that notifications (including hearing details and decisions) may be sent electronically if the victim has opted in. It does not create new notification requirements but modernizes the existing process for victims who choose electronic communication. The law remains focused on ensuring victims receive timely notice as part of established procedures.

Maddy summarySB 650 requires municipal and publicly owned sewage utilities to create detailed five-year plans covering system mapping, routine inspections, overflow response procedures, and a "Fats, Oils, and Grease" (FOG) ordinance to prevent blockages. The plans must include funding models, capital improvement schedules for repairs, and policies for notifying residents about backflow prevention options. If utilities follow these approved plans, they cannot be held liable for personal injury claims related to sewage overflows, though property damage claims remain possible under existing law. This bill directly affects sewage utilities and their ratepayers in Oklahoma, focusing on improving system maintenance and limiting liability for compliance.

Maddy summaryHB 3498 modernizes Oklahoma's corporate law framework by updating and clarifying the Oklahoma General Corporation Act and Oklahoma Limited Liability Company Act. It directly affects all corporations and limited liability companies operating in Oklahoma, including their boards, officers, and shareholders. Key changes include clarifying rules for contracts with beneficial owners, strengthening fiduciary duty standards for controlling shareholders, updating procedures for stock issuance and corporate meetings, and organizing outdated references into a single, accessible code. The bill also adjusts terminology and jurisdictional references to align with current legal practices.

Maddy summaryHB 3500 removes a nine-month deadline for beneficiaries to accept property through a transfer-on-death deed after the owner's death, effective November 1, 2026. It directly affects property owners who create such deeds and their designated beneficiaries, who must now submit an affidavit with the owner's death certificate to claim the property within nine months (for deaths after November 1, 2011). Key provisions include requiring beneficiaries to verify the owner's death, marital status at death, and property details via affidavit, and clarifying that partial acceptance by one beneficiary is valid. Property not accepted within the timeframe reverts to the deceased owner's estate. The bill simplifies the process by allowing notarized affidavits to be recorded without formal acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryHB 3501 allows alcohol manufacturers in Oklahoma to hold multiple licenses for producing different types of alcoholic beverages (like beer, wine, or spirits) on the same premises, provided they maintain good standing with the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement (ABLE) Commission and Oklahoma Tax Commission. Businesses seeking additional licenses must obtain federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) approvals for "alternating proprietorship" arrangements and notify ABLE when applying for a second license at a single location. The bill requires the ABLE Commission to create rules for these arrangements and amends existing law to clarify the Commission's authority over manufacturing licenses - specifically excluding distribution or wholesale licenses. This change directly affects alcohol producers seeking to diversify their operations under one physical location.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends, merges, consolidates, and repeals multiple existing Oklahoma statutes to resolve conflicts between different versions of the law. It directly affects state agencies, courts, and individuals subject to the affected statutes by clarifying which legal provisions are currently in effect. The bill uses emergency procedures to take immediate effect, updating specific sections across various titles of the Oklahoma Statutes to ensure consistency and eliminate outdated or conflicting language.

Maddy summaryHB 3499, the Oklahoma Courts Reform Act of 2026, expands the types of cases special judges can handle while adding specific restrictions. It allows special judges to hear small money claims (up to $10,000), uncontested matters (with a $1,000 limit for non-lawyer judges), and certain civil cases like replevin or probate matters, but explicitly prohibits non-lawyer special judges from handling cases exceeding $1,000 in value, felony DUI cases, or property disputes. The bill also permits special judges to serve as referees in district court matters and perform magistrate duties in criminal cases. These changes apply to Oklahoma county courts and take effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3497 expands when the state or local governments can appeal pretrial rulings in criminal cases. It specifically adds two new grounds for appeals: 1) decisions suppressing evidence in felony cases where appellate review serves justice, and 2) rulings suppressing evidence in cases involving specific drug or trafficking laws (Sections 13.1 of Title 21 and 571 of Title 57). The bill prioritizes these appeals and requires courts to pause proceedings while appeals are pending. This directly affects prosecutors and municipalities seeking to challenge evidence suppression before trial. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Oklahoma's corporate law (sections 1033, 1034, and 1038 of Title 18) to clarify how corporations can issue stock and related rights. It allows boards of directors to authorize stock issuance for non-cash consideration (like property or services), sets minimum value requirements, and permits delegating issuance authority to specific people or bodies with clear limits on shares, timing, and minimum payment. The changes directly affect Oklahoma corporations by providing more flexibility in stock transactions while maintaining safeguards against undervalued issuances. The bill does not impact individual citizens or public policy but streamlines corporate governance procedures.

Maddy summarySB 1769 allows short-term rental owners in Oklahoma to require renters to submit a photo ID after booking a stay. If the ID provided doesn't match the booking details, owners can cancel the agreement without penalty. Short-term rental platforms (like Airbnb or Vrbo) must enable this ID verification feature and support cancellations for mismatched information. The bill affects owners, renters, and platforms, and takes effect November 1, 2026.