Sen. John Haste

Maddy summaryHB 2123 is a procedural bill that formally names the "Transportation Reform Act of 2025" without creating new substantive policies. It specifies the act's effective date as November 1, 2025, and clarifies it will not be codified into Oklahoma's statutes. This bill does not directly affect any constituents or alter transportation regulations, as it solely establishes a title and effective date for future legislative action. The bill is currently in committee referral after initial readings.

Maddy summaryHB 4203 would permit residential buildings with four or fewer stories (Group R-2, such as apartment buildings) to use a single exit instead of multiple exits, provided they meet specific safety standards. The Oklahoma Universal Building Code Commission must develop guidelines for this exception. It directly affects residential building owners and developers in Oklahoma by modifying exit requirements for certain new construction projects. The bill takes effect November 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 3047 requires Oklahoma state agencies to file all statutorily mandated reports electronically with the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency (LOFT) instead of on paper. LOFT must create an online filing system, maintain a public index of all required reports with their status, and notify the Legislature when reports are available. Agencies may submit printed copies only if they provide a written explanation for why electronic filing isn't possible. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and is classified as an emergency measure. (This procedural bill directly affects state agencies and LOFT, with no direct impact on citizens or businesses.)

Maddy summaryHB 1746 changes Oklahoma's juvenile code to require jury trials in specific parental rights termination cases. It mandates a jury trial when a court first determines a child is neglected (deprived) and simultaneously requests termination, or after a prior deprivation finding, the state or child files a termination request. The bill sets strict timelines: courts must schedule jury trials within 30 days and hold them within six months, unless justified exceptions exist. This directly affects parents facing termination, child welfare agencies, and courts handling these cases by altering the trial process.

Maddy summarySB 2060 updates Oklahoma's rules for creating "master development districts" (large-scale projects like new communities or commercial areas) that operate independently from cities. It requires 100% written consent from all surface property owners in the proposed district and sets a minimum threshold of either 250 acres or $250 million in projected private investment to qualify. The bill establishes independent boards of supervisors to govern these districts, granting them authority to make public improvements like streets, utilities, parks, flood control, and recreational facilities using district bonds. It also clarifies bond issuance rules for these districts under Section 39-115. This directly affects property owners within proposed districts and city planners developing large infrastructure projects.

Maddy summaryHB 4272 creates Oklahoma's "Uniform Certificate of Title for Vessels Act," establishing a standardized system for titling boats, outboard motors, and other watercraft. It requires most vessels to have a title, defines key terms (like "barge" or "canoe"), and sets rules for applying, transferring, and replacing titles - especially for damaged vessels. The bill affects boat owners, dealers, insurers, and state agencies like Service Oklahoma, which must maintain electronic records and handle title applications. Key changes include requiring titles for certain vessels, streamlining electronic transfers, and clarifying security interests for lenders.

Maddy summaryHB 2929 in Oklahoma prohibits insurers from canceling or increasing premiums on homeowner's insurance policies due to a first claim or claims older than five years. It also restricts insurers from using weather-related claims history to raise rates unless there are three or more such claims within the past three years (with exceptions for unaddressed repair issues). The bill requires insurers to provide written renewal notices at least 30 days before policy expiration, keeping current terms in effect if notices are missed, and mandates refunds for unused premiums when policies are canceled early. These changes directly affect Oklahoma homeowners by limiting how insurers can adjust coverage based on claims history.

Maddy summarySB 2179 requires Oklahoma's Department of Mental Health to create a written individualized service plan for people found not guilty by reason of mental illness (NGRI/MI) within 45 days of their court adjudication. The plan must include treatment details, risk assessments, and service schedules, developed with the individual's input and based on a forensic psychological evaluation. Once approved by the court, the plan becomes part of the court's final order and must be reviewed quarterly for the first year, then semiannually, with updates provided to the court and parties. This bill directly affects NGRI/MI individuals, courts, mental health providers, and the Department of Mental Health by mandating structured treatment planning and oversight.

Maddy summarySB 1535 amends Oklahoma's Personal Privacy Protection Act to clarify when public agencies may disclose "personal affiliation information" (data identifying people as members, donors, or volunteers of 501(c) nonprofit organizations). It generally prohibits public agencies from requiring or disclosing this information but adds specific exceptions, such as for lawful court orders, Attorney General investigations, or court proceedings with protective orders to prevent public release. The bill directly affects individuals who support nonprofits and public agencies handling such data, ensuring privacy while allowing limited disclosures under strict legal conditions. It becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 1612 requires medical professionals (including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and emergency responders) to report specific injuries to law enforcement immediately if they involve gunshot wounds, knife attacks, poisonings, severe burns (covering 5%+ of the body or causing respiratory issues), or suspicious violence that could indicate a crime. Reports must include patient details, injury specifics, and any evidence like video footage from the facility (with non-patient images blurred), and must be made by phone right away with physical records within 72 hours. The bill grants immunity from civil liability for reporters and prohibits public disclosure of reports or retaliation against staff who comply. It also mandates preserving potential evidence (like bullets or damaged clothing) and overrides medical confidentiality rules for these reports.