Rep. David Hardin

Maddy summarySB 2028 allows Oklahoma farmers to sell ungraded raw milk and raw milk products directly to consumers from their farms or via farm transport, without requiring a permit. It specifically permits incidental sales of goat milk up to an average of 1,500 gallons per month and exempts these direct farm sales from the Oklahoma Milk and Milk Products Act's usual requirements. The bill repeals the existing permit requirement for such sales (previously Section 7-417) and adds a notification requirement for raw milk sales to inform consumers the product is unregulated. This primarily affects small-scale dairy farmers and consumers purchasing raw milk products directly from farms.

Maddy summaryHB 2951 updates Oklahoma law governing the transfer of sentenced inmates from county facilities to state correctional centers. It requires sheriffs or detention centers to transport individuals sentenced to prison (not county jail) to specific state facilities like the Lexington Assessment and Reception Center or Mabel Bassett Correctional Center, along with required documents including court records, medical information, and presentence reports. The bill also establishes reimbursement for sheriffs' transport costs (capped at $30/hour) and mandates quarterly reporting to legislative committees. These changes directly affect county law enforcement agencies, inmates being transferred, and the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.

Maddy summaryHB 3086 requires Oklahoma's State Board of Corrections to approve the Director's authority over prisoners' discipline and work programs. It specifically creates a Construction Division within the Department of Corrections for inmate work crews and prohibits inmates in this program from forming unions, striking, or engaging in collective bargaining. The bill also mandates Board approval for the Director to appoint staff, accept funding, or establish policies governing prison operations. These changes primarily affect prisoners working in the Construction Division and correctional staff managing prison programs.

Maddy summarySB 124 prevents federal regulation of firearm suppressors (noise-reducing devices) manufactured in Oklahoma. It states that suppressors made in the state, along with basic materials like unmachined steel, cannot be regulated under federal law, and requires all Oklahoma-made suppressors to have "Made in Oklahoma" clearly marked. The bill also prohibits local governments or agencies from enforcing any regulations on suppressors that exceed Oklahoma’s state laws. This directly affects suppressor manufacturers in Oklahoma and local authorities attempting to impose additional restrictions.

Maddy summaryHB 2960 expands liability protection for firearm manufacturers, distributors, and sellers in Oklahoma. It broadens the existing exemption to cover injuries caused by aftermarket modifications using component parts (like triggers or barrels), not just complete firearms. The exemption now shields these businesses from lawsuits related to injuries or property damage stemming from how others use or modify firearms. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3056 modifies Oklahoma's Milk and Milk Products Act to allow incidental sales of raw, unpasteurized milk (from cows, goats, sheep, donkeys, or horses) directly to consumers at farms, feed stores, restaurants, farmer's markets, or via farm delivery. It also permits advertising these sales and lets farmers make cheese using milk from their own farm. The bill defines "incidental sales" for goat milk as not exceeding 100 gallons per month on average. This directly affects small-scale dairy farmers and consumers who purchase raw milk directly, effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1035 limits penalties for construction licensing violations in Oklahoma. It caps first-time administrative fines at $2,000 per violation (up from $5,000 under previous rules) and requires the Board to provide educational materials to first-time offenders. The bill also mandates non-adversarial meetings to help first-time violators comply with licensing rules, without affecting penalty amounts in hearings. These changes apply to home inspectors, plumbers, roofing contractors, and others regulated under construction licensing laws, directly affecting licensed professionals who face enforcement actions. The bill sets specific daily penalty limits (e.g., $1,000 per day for noncompliance) and aligns penalty structures across multiple licensing statutes.

Maddy summaryHB 2975 requires Oklahoma poultry feeding operations to create detailed Nutrient Management Plans for handling poultry waste. These plans must include specific waste storage methods (like covered storage during emergencies), strict rules against applying waste during rain, saturated ground, or on frozen land, and soil/waste testing data. Farms must renew these plans every six years and maintain records of all waste applications. The bill directly affects all poultry operations in Oklahoma by setting concrete environmental handling requirements.

Maddy summarySB 722 prohibits the use of electronic monitoring devices (such as GPS trackers) on cattle or bison younger than 18 months without the owner's consent. This bill directly affects livestock owners who raise young cattle or bison, requiring explicit permission before any electronic tracking can be applied. Key provisions ban the attachment or use of such devices on these animals without consent, ensuring owners maintain control over monitoring practices. The law applies only to young cattle and bison, not older animals or other livestock types.

Maddy summaryHB 3115 modifies qualifications for Oklahoma's Director of Corrections. It removes the requirement that the Director must be certified as a peace officer by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training, and changes the removal process by allowing the Governor to remove the Director "without cause" at any time (instead of requiring a two-thirds vote of the Legislature). This bill directly affects the position of Corrections Director and the appointment/removal procedures for that role. The changes take effect November 1, 2026.