AI Age Verification Required for Chatbots

Oklahoma SB1521 passed the House and Senate in March 2026, prohibiting the creation of certain artificial intelligence chatbots and requiring age verification measures for users. The bill also mandates protections for user data. The legislation received unanimous support in both chambers with no dissenting votes.

Law Library District Attorney Representation Requirement

Oklahoma Senate Bill 1621 passed both chambers unanimously, requiring law libraries to be represented by district attorneys. The bill passed the Senate 42-0 and the House Civil Judiciary Committee 9-0 before being engrossed to the House on March 24, 2026. The legislation is sponsored by Senator Brent Howard and Representative Preston Stinson.

Oklahoma Adoption Code Confidentiality Provisions

Oklahoma SB1655 was passed by the Senate on March 26, 2026, and the House on April 6, 2026, modifying confidentiality provisions in the state's Adoption Code. The bill, designated as emergency legislation, passed unanimously in both chambers. Sponsored by Senator Brenda Stanley and Representative Nicole Miller, the bill amends the applicability of certain confidentiality provisions governing adoption records and proceedings.

Oklahoma agriculture bill SB1410 requires K-12 curriculum

Oklahoma agriculture bill SB1410 requires K-12 curriculum

OSBI Evidentiary Property Disclosure Requirements

Oklahoma SB1496 passed the Senate and House, modifying provisions related to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation's (OSBI) handling of evidentiary property and disclosure requirements. The bill was co-authored by Senator Gollihare and Representative Bashore, passed unanimously in both chambers. The effective date follows standard legislative procedures.

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.