All Bills Passed

Terry O’Donnell has crafted impactful bills addressing public safety, governance, and community needs, shaping Oklahoma’s legislative landscape. 

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HB1011:
  • This Act restricts healthcare professionals from performing or referring gender transition procedures for certain individuals, prohibits public funding and Medicaid reimbursement, and imposes penalties for violations. It mandates license revocation for unprofessional conduct, allows civil actions by affected minors, and authorizes Attorney General enforcement.
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HB1415:
  • HB1415 proposes suspending certain provisions implementing federal election law, establishing a committee to oversee election operations, and setting an effective date for codification.
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HB1504:
  • This Act updates health insurance policy regulations, modifies entities covered by certain policies, mandates compensation for specific entities in certain cases, and establishes liability and administrative fines for damages. It creates new policyholder rights, updates statutory references, and sets an effective date.
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HB1617:
  • The Oklahoma Public Finance Protection Act establishes fiduciary standards focused on pecuniary factors, mandates annual reporting of proxy votes, and outlines authority over voting on certain shares. The Act empowers the Attorney General to enforce its provisions and examine relevant records, grants immunity and indemnification to the state and certain individuals, and includes severability, codification, an effective date, and an emergency clause.
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HB1937:
  • This Act requires school districts to allow part-time enrollment for private school students, prioritizing those who meet residency requirements. It mandates rule-making for implementation, includes codification, an effective date, and an emergency declaration. 

     
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HB1953:
  • This Act amends income tax provisions by adjusting individual income tax rates for specified periods, setting rates based on certain contingencies, and modifying the standard deduction amounts. It also updates references to income tax rates under the Pass-Through Entity Tax Act and includes an effective date.

     
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HB1954:
  • This Act modifies individual income tax rates and sets an effective date.

     
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HB1955:
  • This Act amends sales tax law to apply a zero state sales tax rate on certain food items, addresses the impact of local sales tax levies, prohibits modifications to these levies, and specifies a duration for this prohibition.

     
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HB1956:
  • This Act amends state licensing and income tax collection requirements, specifically for individuals holding professional licenses based on residency. It mandates the Oklahoma Tax Commission to issue certain statements, with provisions for noncodification and an effective date. 

     
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HB2021:
  • This Act modifies income tax rates for specified income levels by amending the existing tax code. It updates Section 2355 to reflect new tax brackets and sets an effective date for implementation.

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HB2024:
  • This Act modifies income tax rates for specified income levels by amending the existing tax code. It updates Section 2355 to reflect new tax brackets and sets an effective date for implementation.

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HB2086:
  • This Act exempts food and food ingredients from state sales tax for a limited period. It defines relevant terms, addresses the impact on local sales or excise taxes, and authorizes the Oklahoma Tax Commission to establish related rules. The Act includes provisions for codification, an effective date, and declares an emergency for immediate implementation. 

     
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HB2285:
  • This Act addresses income tax collection and allocation to the General Revenue Fund, detailing computations and adjustments based on determinations by the State Board of Equalization. It includes provisions for income-based reductions and specifies an effective date for implementation.
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HB2540:
  • This Act mandates that school boards allocate at least 65% of operational spending to classroom-related expenses. It defines key terms, includes provisions for codification, sets an effective date, and declares an emergency for immediate enforcement.
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HB2541:
  • This Act requires state agencies to provide transparent billing by clearly listing fees and costs for services rendered. It includes provisions for codification and specifies an effective date for enforcement.
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HB2542:
  • This Act modifies income tax credits for qualified fuel-burning properties by updating definitions and expanding eligible vehicle types. It removes references to a specific tax year, includes provisions for an effective date, and declares an emergency for immediate implementation.
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HB2543:
  • This Oklahoma bill requires annual reauthorization for payroll deductions for professional dues and political contributions.
  • establishes a $1 million liability insurance program for public and charter school employees, and mandates immediate implementation.
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HB2544:
  • The Oklahoma Fair Access to Financial Services Act prohibits financial institutions from denying services based on non-financial criteria, mandates disclosure of service-denial standards, and establishes civil and criminal penalties, with enforcement by the State Banking Department.
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HB2545:
  • The Oklahoma Public Finance Protection Act requires fiduciaries to act solely in the financial interest of beneficiaries.
  • prohibits consideration of non-financial factors, mandates state oversight of proxy voting, and authorizes the Attorney General to enforce compliance and investigate violations.

 

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HB2546:
  • This bill prohibits instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in public schools from pre-kindergarten through grade five, mandates age-appropriate instruction in higher grades, and takes effect on November 1, 2023.
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HB2547:
  • This bill mandates that stock shares held by governmental entities be voted solely in the financial interest of plan participants, restricts reliance on proxy advisors unless aligned with pecuniary guidelines, requires annual proxy vote reporting to the State Treasurer, and includes an emergency clause for immediate effect upon passage.

     
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HB2548:
  • The Oklahoma Social Media Transparency Act of 2023 requires social media companies to publish and consistently apply content moderation standards, notify users of changes, provide opt-outs for content prioritization and shadow bans, and prohibit algorithmic suppression of political candidates and journalistic enterprises.
  • It allows deplatformed users access to their data, includes enforcement by the Attorney General, and creates a private cause of action, with an effective date of November 1, 2023.
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HB2549:
  • The Oklahoma Revenue and Taxation Structure Analysis Act of 2023 establishes a framework for analyzing the state's tax structure, effective November 1, 2023, and is intended as a non-codified, temporary measure.

     
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HB2550:
  • The Oklahoma Insurance Act of 2023 establishes standalone insurance regulations in the state, effective November 1, 2023, and is intended as a non-codified measure.

     
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HB2551:
  • The Public Health and Safety Reform Act of 2023 establishes standalone reforms in public health and safety, effective November 1, 2023, and is intended as a non-codified measure.

     
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HB2552:
  • The Oklahoma Public Finance Policy Act of 2023 establishes standalone legislation on public finance policy, effective November 1, 2023, and is intended as a non-codified measure.

     
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HB2553:
  • The Education Act of 2023 establishes standalone legislation related to schools in Oklahoma, effective November 1, 2023, and is intended as a non-codified measure.

     
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HB2554:
  • The Oklahoma Torts Act of 2023 establishes standalone tort legislation, effective November 1, 2023, and is intended as a non-codified measure.

     
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HB2561:
  • This bill amends the Oklahoma Emergency Price Stabilization Act to include natural gas in exemptions for price increases, modifies market descriptions, and allows price increases up to 10% above pre-emergency levels for certain commodities, with an emergency clause for immediate effect.

     
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HB2620:
  • This bill amends Oklahoma's income tax laws by lowering the top marginal rate to 4.75% for 2022-2023, setting a flat rate of 4.5% starting in 2024, and adjusting standard deductions for 2024 onward, with an effective date of November 1, 2023.

     
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HB2682:
  • This bill amends the "Prohibit the Private Funding of Elections Act" to bar election officials from accepting private contributions for election administration, allows certain in-kind contributions, and introduces penalties for violations, effective November 1, 2023.

     
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HB2693:
  • This bill gradually reduces Oklahoma's franchise tax rate to zero by the 2027-2028 fiscal year and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.
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HB3402:
  • This bill mandates the Oklahoma Tax Commission to issue payments on November 1, 2024, to individuals who filed state income tax returns for 2021 and 2022, with amounts based on filing status: $250 for single filers, $375 for head of household, and $500 for married filing jointly.

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HB3715:
  • This bill amends Ethics Commission Rule 2.48 to permit candidate committee surplus funds to be used for defending against investigations or prosecutions related to the candidate's campaign, finances, or official duties, with an effective date of January 1, 2026.

     
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HB3716:
  • The Voting Modernization Act of 2024 establishes new, standalone legislation aimed at updating Oklahoma’s voting processes, with an effective date of November 1, 2024.
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HB3717:
  • This bill requires Oklahoma voters to present photo ID with a name, photo, and expiration date starting in 2026, while allowing the use of non-photo voter registration cards until then.
  • It also mandates Service Oklahoma to issue free photo IDs to registered voters without valid ID and establishes provisional ballot procedures for those without required ID.
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HB3718:
  • The Equity Securities Investment Practices Act of 2024 establishes new regulations for equity securities investment practices in Oklahoma public finance, with an effective date of November 1, 2024, as a standalone, non-codified law.

     
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HB3719:
  • This bill amends Oklahoma’s multicounty grand jury procedures to set the defendant's county of residence as the trial venue and requires the grand jury to notify the Attorney General of offenses outside its jurisdiction, effective November 1, 2024.
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HB3720:
  • The Oklahoma Local Government Investments Act of 2024 creates a legal framework for local government investment practices, effective November 1, 2024, as a standalone, non-codified law.

     
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HB3721:
  • The Oklahoma Higher Education Act of 2024 establishes standalone legislation for higher education, effective November 1, 2024, without integration into existing state statutes.

     
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HB3722:
  • The Oklahoma Tort Law Act of 2024 establishes new, standalone tort legislation effective November 1, 2024, without integration into existing state statutes.
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HB3723:
  • The Oklahoma Higher Education Act of 2024 establishes new, standalone legislation for higher education, effective November 1, 2024, without permanent incorporation into state statutes.
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HB3724:
  • The Education Act of 2024 establishes standalone legislation related to schools, effective November 1, 2024, without integration into the Oklahoma Statutes.
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HB3725:
  • The Tulsa Jail Mental Health Facilities Act of 2024 establishes standalone legislation to address mental health facilities in Tulsa jails, effective November 1, 2024, without incorporation into the Oklahoma Statutes.

     
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HB3726:
  • The Tulsa Jail Mental Health Facilities Act of 2024 establishes new legislation focused on mental health facilities within the Tulsa Jail, effective November 1, 2024, as a standalone law without changes to existing statutes.

     
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HR1003:
  • A Resolution acknowledging the Oklahoma Youth Expo; congratulating all of the 4-H and FFA student participants of the 2023 Oklahoma Youth Expo.
     
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HR1004:
  • A Resolution celebrating the flag of Ireland, St. Patrick's Day and the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement; and directing distribution.
     
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HR1011:
  • A Resolution sending heartfelt remembrances to the families, friends, and neighbors of those killed in the terrorist bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building and to those injured in the bombing; expressing gratitude to those who answered the call for help; and directing distribution.
     
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HR1027:
  • A Resolution to raise awareness for breast cancer; and designating March 5, 2024, as Susan G. Komen Advocacy Day.
     
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HR1049:
  • A Resolution recognizing May 6 through May 12 as Teacher Appreciation Week; celebrating the work of teachers in Oklahoma.
     
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SB119:
  • This bill amends the Oklahoma Supplier Diversity Initiative to include businesses participating in certified incubator or accelerator programs as eligible for the program, along with minor updates to terminology, effective November 1, 2023.

     
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SB192:
  • This bill amends the Oklahoma Administrative Procedures Act to require courts and hearing officers to interpret statutes, rules, and regulations de novo, favoring interpretations that limit agency power and enhance individual liberty, with an effective date of November 1, 2023.

     
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SB435:
  • This bill amends the Regional Emergency 9-1-1 Services Act to allow the establishment of new public safety answering points beyond July 1, 2024, and modifies governance of emergency communication districts.
  • It also amends the Service Warranty Act by increasing the annual administrative fee for licensed service warranty associations and insurers, with an emergency clause for immediate effect.
 
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SB473:
  • This bill establishes two business court judicial offices in Oklahoma Districts No. 7 and No. 14 and creates a Task Force to study the business court system, submitting recommendations on cases, judge qualifications, and procedures.
  • The judicial offices begin in July 2026; the task force ends in January 2026, with an emergency clause for immediate enactment.
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SB637:
  • The OK to Relocate Act establishes a fund within the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to support a talent attraction program, offering reimbursements to companies providing $10,000 relocation bonuses for employees moving to Oklahoma, with limits of 100 employees per company over three years.
  • The program excludes funds from benefit analysis for other incentives, and the act takes effect on November 1, 2024.
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SB1263:
  • This bill amends Oklahoma income tax law to lower the top marginal rate from 4.75% to 4.5% for individuals starting January 1, 2024, includes technical updates, and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024, with an emergency clause for immediate enactment upon approval.
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SB1469:
  • The Oklahoma Public Infrastructure Districts Act allows municipalities, pending voter-approved constitutional amendment, to create districts that can issue bonds for public improvements, with defined formation criteria, governance, municipal oversight, buyer notification requirements, and a conditional effective date.
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SB1534:
  • This bill amends the Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, allowing electronic communication for certain notifications, raising the property value threshold for required public notice and claimant documentation, and making certain records publicly accessible after a set time.
  • It includes updates to statutory references and language, with an effective date specified.
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SB1593:
  • This bill amends Oklahoma probate law by updating disqualification criteria for executors and administrators, making language gender-neutral, and clarifying that disqualification can occur due to conviction of certain crimes or incompetence.
  • It becomes effective on November 1, 2024.
 
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SB1608:
  • This bill amends the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act to allow medical marijuana patient license holders to obtain handgun licenses, prohibits denial based solely on a medical marijuana license, updates eligibility requirements, and refines terms related to protective orders and drug-related offenses, with an effective date of November 1, 2024

     
 
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SB1735:
  • This bill amends Oklahoma criminal law to make unauthorized entry into restricted areas of a commercial business with criminal intent a misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a $500 fine for a first offense, and a felony with up to two years in prison and/or a $1,000 fine for subsequent offenses.
  • The effective date is November 1, 2024
 
 
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SB1877:
  • This bill amends Oklahoma’s larceny law to extend the period for aggregating multiple larceny offenses from 90 to 180 days, allowing the combined value of goods stolen within this period to determine penalty levels.
  • It also holds individuals accountable for the total value of items taken when acting in concert with others, with an effective date of November 1, 2024
 
 
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SB1994:
  • This bill allows property owners to request sheriff assistance to remove unauthorized occupants, outlines complaint and fee requirements, exempts sheriffs and owners from certain liabilities, and establishes penalties for property damage or false documents, without affecting landlord-tenant laws.
  • It includes an emergency clause for immediate effect.
 
 
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SCR4:
  • A Concurrent Resolution supporting the conservation of fish and wildlife resources; and encouraging Oklahomans to teach hunting and angling to youth.
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SJR16:
  • This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Oklahoma Constitution to permit the creation of public infrastructure districts with certain conditions. It allows municipalities to limit district powers, authorizes additional levies for specific purposes, and empowers the Legislature to pass laws for district implementation.
  • It includes a ballot title and directs filing for voter approval.
 
 
 
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