HB 1046 Summary

• Creates the Oklahoma Spay and Neuter Grant Program overseen by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry to reduce animal shelter overpopulation and euthanasia rates through grants to local governments and animal welfare organizations.

• Establishes a seven-member Advisory Board consisting of the Agriculture Commissioner (or designee), one private animal shelter representative, one veterinarian, one animal control representative, and two animal welfare advocacy organization representatives to recommend grant awards.

• Board members receive no compensation but are entitled to travel expense reimbursement; the Commissioner designates the Board chair.

• Grant proposals must target low-income communities and populations, may target feral cats if legal, and may include public education and outreach; recipients must report data on surgeries performed and education activities.

• Appropriates $0.00 from the Special Cash Fund for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, with the act effective July 1, 2026.