Presidential Electors Oath Vacancy Rules

Oklahoma SB1491 establishes new requirements for Presidential Electors by prescribing an oath for electors filling vacancies. The bill passed the Senate 40-6 on March 24, 2026, and received House approval on April 6, 2026. Sponsored by Senator Lonnie Paxton and Representative Kyle Hilbert, the legislation establishes procedures for filling elector vacancies in Oklahoma's Electoral College process.

Oklahoma Criminal Statutes Consolidation and Amendment

Oklahoma Senate Bill 1627 passed both chambers unanimously, consolidating and amending multiple criminal statutes across Oklahoma law. The bill passed the Senate 45-0 on March 17, 2026, and received House Rules Committee approval on April 6, 2026, with an emergency clause making it effective immediately upon signing. Sponsors include Senator Lonnie Paxton and Representative Kyle Hilbert.

Strong Readers Act - Removes Pilot Program and Requires Biennial Reporting

Oklahoma SB1338 (Strong Readers Act) passed both chambers with strong bipartisan support and an emergency clause. The bill removes language establishing a three-year pilot program and instead requires permanent biennial submission of program reports. The legislation was co-authored by Senators Pugh and Hicks along with Representatives Caldwell and Hasenbeck.

Constitutional Amendment Ad Valorem Reimbursement

The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed HJR1087, a proposed constitutional amendment on ad valorem reimbursement. The resolution passed with 76-16 vote on March 25, 2026, and was engrossed and transmitted to the Senate on March 26. Sponsored by Representative Kyle Hilbert and Senator Lonnie Paxton, the amendment would require reimbursement amounts to be included in the assessed valuation of taxable property.

Mississippi Postsecondary Attainment Council established, replacing Education Achievement Council

Mississippi Governor signed SB2524 into law on April 6, 2026, establishing the Mississippi Postsecondary Attainment Council. The new council replaces the Education Achievement Council and will oversee statewide postsecondary education initiatives. The legislation defines council membership, administrative structure, annual reporting requirements, and staffing provisions.

Oktibbeha County Reserve and Trust Fund Authorization

Mississippi HB4110 was signed into law, authorizing Oktibbeha County to establish a Reserve and Trust Fund for proceeds from the sale of Och Regional Medical Center. At least 80% of sale proceeds must be deposited into the fund, which will be managed by the Board of Supervisors as trustees with a qualified institutional fiduciary providing investment advisory services.

Machine Gun Convertible Pistol Ban

Maryland passed SB334, prohibiting the manufacturing, selling, purchasing, receiving, or transferring of machine gun convertible pistols effective January 1, 2027. The Maryland Department of State Police must adopt regulations and publish a list of prohibited machine gun convertible pistols. Violations constitute criminal firearm offenses under Maryland law.

SB230 passed Maryland, links burglary to sexual offense

SB230 passed Maryland, links burglary to sexual offense

Annual Corrective Bill - Maryland Annotated Code Corrections

The Maryland General Assembly passed SB844, an Annual Corrective Bill, correcting technical errors, obsolete references, and clarifying language in the Annotated Code of Maryland and Public Local Laws. The bill passed unanimously (43-0) in the Senate on March 23, 2026. The legislation explicitly states it is not intended to affect any law other than to correct technical errors.

Maryland Legal Services Corporation Board Expansion

The Maryland Senate passed SB252 on February 19, 2026, increasing the Board of Directors of the Maryland Legal Services Corporation from 9 to 12 members. The bill passed 35-8 in the Senate and 95-34 in the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Sen. Chris West (R), the legislation is an administrative governance change to the statewide legal aid organization.