Rep. Jacob Rosecrants

Maddy summaryHB 2970 designates *Sauroposeidon proteles* (a Late Cretaceous sauropod dinosaur) as Oklahoma's official state fossil, replacing the previous designation. The bill directly affects Oklahomans through state symbolism and education, emphasizing the fossil's discovery in Atoka County. It contains no regulatory or funding provisions, only a ceremonial change to the state's official designation. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1002 requires Oklahoma law enforcement agencies to file specific notifications with victims of stalking, rather than serving them directly. This bill directly affects stalking victims by changing how they receive official updates about their cases. The key provision amends existing procedures to mandate that law enforcement "file" these notifications with victims, streamlining the process while ensuring victims are informed. The bill is currently moving through committee with a "Do Pass" recommendation after committee amendments.

Maddy summaryHB 2987 requires Oklahoma's State Board of Education to submit new subject matter standards to legislators before the end of each session. If the Legislature does not approve or disapprove these standards within 30 days via a joint resolution, the standards automatically take effect. This directly affects the State Board of Education (which develops standards) and the Legislature (which must act within the deadline), changing how education standards are implemented. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3237 amends Oklahoma's motor vehicle excise tax law to create a new exemption for surviving spouses of veterans who were awarded Gold Star status (indicating the veteran died in military service). This exemption directly affects eligible surviving spouses who own vehicles, removing the requirement to pay the standard excise tax on those vehicles. The bill adds this exemption as a new provision (section 11) to the existing list of tax exemptions in the statute. The key mechanism is eliminating the tax obligation for qualifying vehicles owned by these surviving spouses, with the exemption applying to vehicles registered in Oklahoma. The bill does not change other existing exemptions or tax rates.

Maddy summaryHB 3013 requires all final harvest and production batch samples of medical marijuana to be tested for certain pesticides. The bill establishes a new license category for medical marijuana testing laboratories and mandates that Oklahoma’s Medical Marijuana Authority develop specific testing protocols, including pesticide residue standards. It prohibits owners of medical marijuana businesses (dispensaries, growers, or processors) from owning testing labs and requires labs to operate independently to ensure unbiased results. This law applies directly to medical marijuana businesses, testing facilities, and the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, requiring them to comply with new pesticide testing requirements starting in 2024.

Maddy summaryHB 3238 clarifies that buildings with two to four dwelling units must comply with the Internal Residential Code for construction standards, directly affecting builders, developers, and local governments regulating small multifamily housing. The bill requires the Oklahoma Uniform Building Code Commission to create clear guidelines ensuring consistent application of these codes statewide for such structures. It amends existing law to update the Commission's duties, including maintaining a public website listing applicable codes, and takes effect November 1, 2026. This change standardizes building requirements for duplexes and small apartment buildings without altering broader code enforcement procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 3235 prohibits Oklahoma employers from reducing, altering, or terminating retirement benefits for retirees whose retirement was due to disability. It directly affects retirees with disability-related retirements and applies to employers covered under Oklahoma's Anti-Discrimination Act. The bill requires employers to maintain benefits tied to disability-related retirement, allows claims to be filed through the Office of Civil Rights Enforcement or in court, and permits remedies including restored benefits, compensation, and civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation. The bill would take effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 2954 amends Oklahoma's Higher Learning Access Program by changing the term "certified classroom teacher" to "teacher" in the eligibility requirement for students who are children of teachers. This technical adjustment updates the statutory language without altering the program's core eligibility rules or financial aid criteria. The change affects students seeking tuition assistance under the program by simplifying the definition of eligible parent roles. The bill takes effect immediately as an emergency measure.

Maddy summaryHB 2974 requires overnight youth camp operators in Oklahoma to implement severe weather safety measures. Specifically, camps must develop action plans, maintain at least one NOAA weather radio, and ensure staff are awakened during severe weather watches or warnings to monitor and act. The bill directly affects all overnight youth camps operating in the state, aiming to enhance child safety during severe weather events. It becomes effective July 1, 2026, with an emergency clause allowing immediate implementation upon approval.

Maddy summaryHB 2986 prohibits the Oklahoma State Department of Education from using public funds, resources, or personnel to create, share, or promote political messaging. The bill defines "propaganda" as any communication primarily intended to influence political opinions, party support, candidate preferences, or policy views - rather than providing neutral, factual educational content. It directly affects the State Department of Education by restricting how it can use taxpayer resources in its communications. The law takes effect on November 1, 2026.