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Votes at a glance:

- House Bill 22 85 (Lake Keystone revolving fund; address access when train blockages isolate basin): reported out with a due pass (27 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 25 16 (base infrastructure/education revolving fund): reported out with a due pass (33 ayes, 0 nays). (Also covered in a separate article.)

- House Bill 25 18 (base infrastructure needs and development technology revolving fund): reported out with a due pass (33 ayes, 0 nays). (Also covered in a separate article.)

- House Bill 26 46 (exempt gambling losses deductible up to $17,000): reported out with a due pass (28 ayes, 3 nays). (Also covered in a separate article.)

- House Bill 1,005 (photo identification for voting; state provides free credential to those without ID): reported out with a due pass (25 ayes, 6 nays). (Also covered in a separate article.)

- House Bill 14 38 (REAP grant caps update, Oklahoma Water Resources Board request): reported out with a due pass (31 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 15 40 (workforce education partnership revolving fund — CareerTech programs): reported out with a due pass (30 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 16 80 (increase hourly compensation for sheriffs transporting juveniles to detention): reported out with a due pass (28 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 15 88 (Spring Creek phosphorus study, Conservation Commission): reported out with a due pass (29 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 1,200 (move to single-factor apportionment for corporate income tax (sales factor)): reported out with a due pass (24 ayes, 5 nays).

- House Bill 13 72 (gross production tax reduction incentive for companies plugging orphaned wells): reported out with a due pass (28 ayes, 1 nay).

- House Bill 14 65 (count state and federal service for teacher salary increments): reported out with a due pass (29 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 12 77 (grant program to help schools go phone-free): reported out with a due pass (29 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 12 79 (expedited appeal process for parental choice tax credit): reported out with a due pass (29 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 12 43 (Oklahoma National Guard Career Tech Assistance Act and revolving fund for scholarships): reported out with a due pass (30 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 27 02 (special education administrator qualifications and training): reported out with a due pass (30 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 27 54 (rural hospital funding revolving fund): reported out with a due pass (30 ayes, 0 nays).

- House Bill 27 59 (revolving fund option for rural volunteer fire departments): reported out with a due pass (30 ayes, 0 nays).

What to watch next: Many of the measures establish revolving funds or frameworks without immediate appropriations; subsequent appropriations work or fiscal analysis on the floor and in appropriations-related committees will determine whether and when the funds are actually endowed.

Ending: The committee adjourned after finishing the published agenda and will reconvene for its next meeting on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m., according to the chair.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Appropriations and Budget Feb 26, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The committee considered a long slate of bills ranging from education and workforce funds to rural hospital and volunteer-fire provisions. Most measures were reported out with unanimous or near-unanimous votes; the following is a concise list of bills presented and their committee outcomes.","taxTitle","2025 Legislature OK, Oklahoma","taxId",78380,"location","Oklahoma","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6309511,"Committee backs bill to allow up to $17,000 in gambling-loss deductions; fiscal cost questioned",471,1107000,1578000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2412122-1f2957fb902e7a9a19099f5029593b95&start=1107&end=1578","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2412122-1f2957fb902e7a9a19099f5029593b95/thumbnail_1107000.jpg","/articles/6309511/Oklahoma/Committee-backs-bill-to-allow-up-to-17000-in-gambling-loss-deductions-fiscal-cost-questioned","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6309511-0fec9c96f4b64c9fcc0ebba5178247c2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156432&Signature=Ru9cfQQGKrTjfAX6AviEWNyw3NfswShDVdw1qVK9xZnuNlk5x38Wk8MVQh1eIlN-85tJMFIf5cu~Q4AymL64pmJKbjiKN7bAhzWOELyfRYVVbJjN8whwTw54iM7jTHYVcrOjX5kKwGcPrubETt3cI4od-E03G4VZbm-LvvIND-BGwWcLpBo44NUYrd87dGuMLP6JgPfg79xEWuVGuhaB~Ml1o7r2HiiV2V7RwaeZZlgWls7HHK2cOarE9G5MUgjal8Huou0ZiiTxqZootbMu7Qpa95bm-naJeLJyJmE563vB-3rsgqcctobQo-Hzo8knutjsiuEb6SghLhsuXSUnpg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Representative Fettgetter presented House Bill 26 46, which would allow taxpayers to deduct gambling losses for state tax purposes up to the statutory cap of $17,000.

\"House Bill 26 46 exempts gambling losses deductible, for tax purposes up to the $17,000 cap,\" Representative Fettgetter said.

Why it matters: The fiscal analysis cited during the hearing included an estimated cost to the state of roughly $80 million. Supporters said the change corrects an unintended consequence of earlier caps on itemized deductions that had made some casual gambling activity produce large taxable gains for customers who actually lost over the year. Opponents raised questions about the magnitude of the fiscal impact and the equity of a tax change that may chiefly help casino patrons.

Discussion highlights: Members and the sponsor debated how gaming operators track winnings and losses (sponsor noted use of player cards and transaction records), and whether the bill primarily affects casinos near state borders. Representative Fettgetter said the provision is intended to align state law with federal treatment and to address an unintended consequence of capping itemized deductions.

Outcome: The committee reported HB 26 46 with a due pass (vote reported as 28 ayes and 3 nays). The fiscal-impact estimate cited by committee staff remains a point of contention and may be revisited in further committee or floor review.

Ending: Sponsors argued the measure restores parity with federal tax rules for gambling losses; some members urged more analysis on the revenue impacts before final floor consideration.","The committee approved House Bill 26 46 to align state tax treatment of gambling losses with the cap on itemized deductions, but members raised concerns about an $80 million estimated cost and whether the change primarily benefits border casinos.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6309516,"Committee advances photo identification requirement for voting after hours of debate over cost and access",1673,1597000,3270000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2412122-1f2957fb902e7a9a19099f5029593b95&start=1597&end=3270","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2412122-1f2957fb902e7a9a19099f5029593b95/thumbnail_1597000.jpg","/articles/6309516/Oklahoma/Committee-advances-photo-identification-requirement-for-voting-after-hours-of-debate-over-cost-and-access","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6309516-c65e7e6b3c4130b23f00bd0cf8dc87e7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156432&Signature=FLtwJxUZks4hQTQ3lo2KH6UMme2Qme67LH~T6N5al-qTn5Hkmo5MnNqXLsaS1QVKl-xKVFLY3tAkgrs1HRtr18uoKVOBQ2rEibpf-hvHLFDaLi7iAqV1ddRhLdW1eBw4EwyR1-IqOcCRX3SJsNViA5SnQHj6WydTCK-Isf2KYpmrPxutoz5aPWaJh6H3NSBtRhEkrvqy3ZIu2ILXei74CqmlA6xP~queG9e0-Tu4RvaI7JWXWGXEHxBL-8zLjXWIOvrA7852-O~vBt9Hwa9YWURTaTeZV6R1ypSXmauLyFI375t4aukFA0ce9M~m8gFhJ9HvkppGhNmjWs2lBGrY4w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Representative Olson presented House Bill 1,005, which would require photo identification for voting and provide a state-issued photo identification for adults who do not already possess one.

\"House Bill 1,005 will require photo identification for voting,\" Representative Olson said when presenting the measure.

Why it matters: Sponsors said the bill would strengthen election integrity by requiring photo ID; opponents and several committee members questioned whether the proposal could create barriers for voters without IDs and whether the fiscal estimate for providing free IDs had been fully vetted.

Key provisions and implementation: The bill requires a photo ID at the polls beginning in February 2027 and directs the state to provide a free state-issued photo credential to adults who do not already have one. Committee members asked how quickly a person could obtain the credential; witnesses and staff explained that Service Oklahoma processes would produce and mail the credential rather than providing an immediate, in‑hand credential at a tag agency.

Cost debate: Committee members disputed cost estimates. Representative Olson and staff said printing costs could be as low as $2 per credential and that most adults lacking a driver's license likely have another federal, tribal or state ID; other legislators and an official from the committee said direct printing and processing costs to the state are closer to $12 per credential when processing and administrative costs are included. The fiscal analysis cited in the hearing included scenarios ranging up to approximately $3.0 million, though proponents said the actual cost would likely be much lower.

Access and legal concerns: Opponents raised concerns the two-step process (registering, then obtaining a photo for the voter card) could delay access to the ballot and present transportation and mobility barriers for people who cannot easily travel to Service Oklahoma or tag agencies. Representative Bennett warned the bill could create the perception of a cost to vote and lead to legal challenges.

Outcome: The committee voted 25 ayes and 6 nays to report HB 1,005 with a due pass. Sponsors said voters would have nearly two years to obtain a photo credential before the requirement takes effect in February 2027.

Ending: Supporters framed the bill as a measure to strengthen public confidence in elections; critics pressed for additional work with the State Election Board, disability advocates and county election officials to make sure the process does not impose burdens on voters who lack photo ID.","House Bill 1005, requiring photo identification for voting and providing free state-issued photo IDs to those without one, was reported out of committee after extended debate over costs, timelines and potential access barriers for voters who lack IDs.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6309520,"House panel approves revolving funds to support schools, infrastructure at Oklahoma military installations",934,140000,1074000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2412122-1f2957fb902e7a9a19099f5029593b95&start=140&end=1074","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2412122-1f2957fb902e7a9a19099f5029593b95/thumbnail_140000.jpg","/articles/6309520/Oklahoma/House-panel-approves-revolving-funds-to-support-schools-infrastructure-at-Oklahoma-military-installations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6309520-d7205c758c869d82025bbb54f70774d6/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156432&Signature=mx3ZUqgfbvhSEF~IuXHHAhOkxCURmHv7uIQL~WMaiGOLZgfXXIlbTf05dMi8FJGmvvympNsvk5p-8Nt4dZ962vteKtFmirHQX4B76w0x5kpulurMnRBI-Zn4asnvYE~kxn2hqFnijzKbI1HO7BXwmyF0rp9tOZdNuFDwq2JCCt4Bm-D0D7r2fqeoQ3Xy9iDIZaFIT7nV5aPaEUBTZ~LRYQkKV1iIVR2xKvqaqPDQaPq9InUJGGHDNxUk3iIe8emaLEiHC1RIzDdaD-tfIP~mdJLQfElqwOyQu-pMA0VqTS4E4j5bqSeLtwfYk3ptr8n3xbP2~EpOYskPNJknqD3iKQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Majority Floor Leader Lee West on Tuesday presented two bills that create revolving funds intended to allow the state to later provide money for infrastructure and education facilities serving military installations across Oklahoma.

The measures — House Bill 25 16 and House Bill 25 18 — passed the committee on voice votes (each reported out with a due pass) after sponsors described them as framework bills that establish programs but contain no immediate appropriations.

\"We started looking at ways that we could mitigate that if it does come up,\" Majority Floor Leader Lee West said, describing concern that changing federal defense missions could trigger Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission (BRAC)-type actions that have in the past threatened installations.

Why it matters: Sponsors said the bills would make it easier for the state to partner with local districts and the federal government to shore up facilities that support base missions — particularly elementary schools on some installations — and thus improve a base's competitiveness for continued missions and associated civilian employment.

What the bills do: HB 25 16 establishes a revolving fund to address base education facilities and related infrastructure; sponsors said it would create a vehicle to receive future appropriations and to coordinate with the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal programs. HB 25 18 creates a separate revolving fund for base infrastructure needs and technology development that backers said would similarly be funded only if the legislature later appropriates money.

Discussion highlights: Lawmakers and the sponsor focused on Altus Air Force Base and Enid installations as examples. Committee members asked whether schools adjacent to base property (for example, Tinker-area schools that serve children who live on base but may be outside the installation gates) would qualify. West said the bills are intended for facilities that serve the installations and that details about eligibility and funding matches would be developed later.

A staff clarification cited a prior example, noting a federal program paid 80% of a project in 2016 when Lawton area schools were merged to serve the Fort Sill community; sponsors pointed to that precedent when discussing potential federal matches.

Questions from members included whether the revolving funds would be funded through separate appropriations (yes, sponsors said a separate appropriation bill or the normal appropriations process would be required) and whether the programs would be expanded to other installations in later years (sponsors: that would be up to the legislature).

Outcome: HB 25 16 and HB 25 18 were both reported out of committee with a due pass. The committee recorded each bill as creating a fund and policy framework only; any actual spending would require a later appropriation.

Ending: Sponsors said they plan to work with local school districts, the state delegation and federal partners to refine eligibility and matching rules as the measures move through the legislative process.","The committee approved two bills establishing revolving funds to create a vehicle for future legislative appropriations aimed at improving education and infrastructure on and near military bases, with sponsors saying the bills are preemptive steps to reduce the risk of base realignments and closures.","actionData","errors"]

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