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OK SB324

Bill

Status

Passed

5/29/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kristen Thompson

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Oklahoma Research and Development Rebate Fund as a revolving fund in the State Treasury, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to reimburse businesses for qualified research expenditures incurred in Oklahoma

  • Establishes a rebate equal to 5% of qualified research expenditures, with "qualified research expenditures" defined as expenses claimed on federal Form 6765 for research conducted within the state

  • Caps total rebate claims at $20 million per fiscal year, with claims paid in the order received and prorated payments allowed if funds are insufficient

  • Requires applicants to submit documentation to the Department of Commerce proving in-state research expenditures and compliance with all Oklahoma tax filing requirements

  • Authorizes the Department of Commerce to promulgate rules for program implementation, with unfunded claims eligible for approval and payment in subsequent fiscal years

Legislative Description

Incentives; creating the Oklahoma Research and Development Rebate Fund; prescribing sources of funds; creating a research and development rebate program; authorizing promulgation of rules.

Last Action

Filed with Secretary of State

5/29/2025

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee4/2/2025
Appropriations and Budget4/1/2025
Appropriations3/3/2025
Revenue and Taxation2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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