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OK HB3281

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rob Hall

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Enacts the "Guidance Transparency Act" requiring state agencies to submit all guidance documents to the Secretary of State on a quarterly basis for publication in an electronic, indexed, searchable format

  • Defines "guidance document" broadly to include agency statements of general applicability setting forth official policy or interpretations on statutory, regulatory, or technical issues, as well as federal agency statements adopted by state agencies

  • Requires the published website to state that guidance documents lack the force and effect of law unless authorized by law or incorporated into a contract or binding legal decision

  • Mandates that amended or rescinded guidance documents remain publicly accessible, with agencies required to submit notices of changes within 15 days including the date, reason, and any amended text

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Statutes and reports; Administrative Procedures Act; definitions; guidance documents; effective date.

Last Action

First Reading

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Administrative Rules2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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