Rep. Josh West

Maddy summarySB 1716 amends Oklahoma's Security Breach Notification Act to limit class action lawsuits against private entities following cybersecurity breaches. It prohibits class action liability unless a breach results from the entity's "willful and wanton conduct or gross negligence." The bill also clarifies that private entities using reasonable safeguards and providing required breach notices cannot be held liable for civil penalties, while those failing to use reasonable safeguards face reduced penalties ($75,000) but not class actions. This directly affects businesses and organizations handling personal data in Oklahoma, shifting enforcement exclusively to the Attorney General or district attorneys for most cases.

Maddy summaryThis resolution congratulates the University of Oklahoma women's gymnastics team for winning the 2025 NCAA national championship. It recognizes the team's achievements, including their seventh national title, individual awards for athletes like Jordan Bowers, and their record home attendance. The House of Representatives formally expresses appreciation for the team's contributions to the university and state.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and honors Joseph Castiglione for his contributions to the University of Oklahoma and the State of Oklahoma. It directly affects Joseph Castiglione and the University of Oklahoma by acknowledging his 28-year tenure as the school's Vice President and Director of Athletics, which ended in February 2026. The resolution highlights his achievements, including leading the Sooners to numerous championships, maintaining high academic standards for student-athletes, overseeing significant facility renovations, and serving in various national collegiate athletics leadership roles. A copy of the resolution will be distributed to the President of the University of Oklahoma.

Maddy summarySB 546 establishes data privacy rights for Oklahoma residents by requiring businesses that process personal data (referred to as "controllers") to honor consumer requests about their information. It mandates clear privacy notices, prohibits deceptive "dark patterns" for consent, and gives consumers rights to access, correct, or delete their data. The law excludes health data covered by HIPAA, certain nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions. Businesses must respond to requests within specific timeframes and implement data protection measures, with enforcement by the Attorney General.

Maddy summarySB 1836 requires physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, and osteopathic physicians to conduct annual mental health screenings using a standardized tool during routine primary care visits. The State Board of Medical Licensure will develop the screening method and educational materials, collaborating with other health boards. This applies only to providers who perform direct patient care, excluding those in non-clinical roles. The law becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 2115 modifies Oklahoma law to streamline how the Department of Veterans Affairs handles certain funds. It exempts federal funds received from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from being deposited into the state treasury, allowing direct distribution to veterans. The bill creates the Oklahoma Veterans Assistance Fund, requires electronic quarterly reporting to state leaders, and exempts specific funds from annual spending limits. These changes primarily affect the Department’s financial operations and reporting for veterans' programs.

Maddy summaryHCR 1006 is a concurrent resolution passed by the Oklahoma legislature requesting Congress to propose a constitutional amendment. It argues that Supreme Court rulings equating unlimited election spending with free speech have allowed out-of-state and foreign money to dominate campaigns, undermining local representation and election integrity. The resolution specifically asks for an amendment clarifying that states and Congress may reasonably regulate money spent to influence campaigns, elections, or ballot measures. This resolution does not change Oklahoma law but formally requests federal action to address campaign finance concerns.

Maddy summaryHB 4283 amends Oklahoma's Vehicle License and Registration Act to maintain a 7.24% allocation of vehicle fee revenues to the County Improvement Roads and Bridges Fund for fiscal years beginning July 1, 2019, and beyond. The bill specifies that any excess funds exceeding the 2015 fiscal year amount for this allocation must be transferred to the Rebuilding Oklahoma Access and Driver Safety Fund instead of the General Revenue Fund. This change directly affects Oklahoma counties, which receive these funds to support local road and bridge maintenance and improvement projects. The bill does not alter other existing fund distributions or create new taxes.

Maddy summarySB 1376 amends Oklahoma National Guard administrative rules to clarify and adjust benefit processes for service members. It requires the Adjutant General to define certain bequests, mandates compensation from the National Guard Supplemental Retirement Pay Revolving Fund, and adds limitations to that fund's operations. The bill also changes requirements by removing some pay grade reduction rules, requiring members to exhaust certain benefits before accessing others, and allowing transfer of education assistance entitlements to dependents. These changes directly affect Oklahoma National Guard members' retirement pay, benefit access, and education assistance.

Maddy summaryHB 3042 creates a permanent revolving fund called the "Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs Supplemental Revolving Fund" within the State Treasury. The fund will be financed exclusively by donations and eligible federal funds received by the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA), not by state appropriations. ODVA may use these funds to increase transparency, reduce reliance on annual state budget cycles, and reinvest in veterans' programs. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and is declared an emergency to allow immediate implementation. This directly affects ODVA's budgeting flexibility and how it manages non-state revenue sources for veterans' services.