Rep. Tammy West

Maddy summaryHB 4112 removes a $10 court fee for traffic offenses (excluding parking violations) and deletes another specific fee assessment (Section 1313.3). It affects individuals convicted of certain crimes who would have paid these fees, including traffic offenses. The bill also modifies how forensic lab fees ($150 per offense) are collected and distributed, directing funds to relevant agencies instead of the CLEET fund. Additionally, it adds provisions to waive uncollectible court financial obligations and updates reporting requirements for collected fees.

Maddy summaryHR 1031 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 4, 2026, as "Rose Day 2026" in Oklahoma. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it symbolically honors citizens who advocate for the protection of unborn life by gathering at the state Capitol. The resolution expresses the House's appreciation for public engagement on this issue but has no concrete effect on legislation, funding, or regulations. It is purely commemorative, with no direct impact on any individuals or groups.

Maddy summarySB 1207 requires Oklahoma's State Department of Education to develop a curriculum for public high school students (grades 9-12) on recognizing, preventing, and seeking help for domestic violence and human trafficking. The curriculum must cover warning signs of abusive behavior, healthy relationship skills, and be medically accurate for students' ages. School districts may integrate this into existing courses or teach it as a standalone unit, but must provide parents an opt-out option for their child. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, with the curriculum to be ready before the 2027-2028 school year.

Maddy summaryHB 4114 removes the automatic suspension of driver's licenses for unpaid court debts like fines, fees, and costs (excluding restitution). It requires courts to hold "cost hearings" to determine a person's ability to pay before imposing penalties, and allows hardship waivers for those who cannot afford payments. The bill specifically presumes inability to pay for individuals receiving TANF, SNAP, housing assistance, or earning below 150% of the federal poverty level. Service Oklahoma must stop suspending licenses for these debts and provide notifications about payment options or cost hearings.

Maddy summaryHB 4116 establishes the name "Oklahoma Education Reform Act of 2026" for a future education reform package and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026. The bill itself contains no substantive policy provisions or mechanisms, as it is purely procedural and not codified in Oklahoma Statutes. It does not directly affect any individuals or entities with specific changes, as it only names the upcoming legislation and its implementation date. This is a standard naming and effective date bill introduced early in the legislative process.

Maddy summaryHB 4120 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Criminal Justice Act of 2026" without creating new substantive laws or altering existing criminal justice policies. It establishes the official title for future legislation related to criminal justice in Oklahoma and specifies an effective date of November 1, 2026. The bill does not directly affect any individuals or entities, as it serves only to provide a reference name for upcoming criminal justice-related legislation. This is a standard naming act with no policy changes or mechanisms beyond its title and effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 4122 requires Oklahoma's State Department of Education to develop a curriculum for ninth through twelfth graders on recognizing, preventing, and seeking help for domestic violence and human trafficking by the 2027-2028 school year. The curriculum must cover warning signs of abusive behavior, promote healthy relationships, and be medically accurate for students' ages. School districts may teach it as a separate unit or integrate it into existing courses, but must provide parents or guardians an option to opt their child out. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, with implementation beginning in the 2027-2028 school year.

Maddy summarySB 4 bans 7 specific food dyes (like Blue Dye 1 and Red Dye 40) and 14 additional additives (including aspartame and sodium benzoate) in Oklahoma food products starting January 15, 2027, directly affecting food manufacturers and sellers. It requires products containing these substances to display a clear warning label stating: "WARNING. THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS INGREDIENTS AND/OR CHEMICALS HAZARDOUS FOR INGESTION AND MAY CAUSE ADVERSE HEALTH EFFECTS IN HUMANS." The State Board of Agriculture can issue "stop-sale" orders for violations, and the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture may impose $5,000 daily penalties or seek court injunctions. The bill also authorizes the State Board to create implementing rules and directs collected fines to fund Oklahoma's Farm to School Program.

Maddy summaryThe bill's title was stricken on March 3, 2025, meaning its official description no longer exists in the legislative record. No further details about the bill's content, provisions, or intended effects are provided in the available context. Without a current title or description, it is impossible to summarize what the bill does, who it affects, or its key mechanisms. The coauthorship details (Moore, Hamilton, Gillespie) do not indicate the bill's substance.

Maddy summaryHB 1462 requires Oklahoma courts to prioritize ordering restitution payments to crime victims when sentencing convicted defendants (excluding death penalty cases). The bill amends sentencing procedures to ensure courts consider restitution as a key requirement before other sentencing options, with interest accruing at 12% annually. It directly affects convicted individuals who must pay restitution, crime victims who receive priority for compensation, and courts that must now formally prioritize this in sentencing decisions. The law applies to all criminal convictions where restitution is feasible without causing undue hardship to the defendant.