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HB 2766

General appropriations; various agencies, authorities, boards, bureaus, commission, funds and programs; effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Trey Caldwell

Oklahoma appropriates state funding across multiple agencies and programs through HB 2766, which became law without gubernatorial signature despite partisan voting disagreement.

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/29/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 2766

Legislative bill overview

HB 2766 is Oklahoma's general appropriations bill that allocates state funding across various agencies, authorities, boards, bureaus, commissions, and programs for the fiscal year. The bill passed both chambers and became law without the Governor's signature on May 29, 2025.

Why is this important

General appropriations bills are fundamental to state government operations, determining how taxpayer money is distributed to fund everything from education and healthcare to infrastructure and public safety. The funding levels set in this bill directly impact the scope and quality of services Oklahomans receive from state agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget allocation priorities: The 27-19 vote margin suggests significant disagreement over which agencies and programs should receive funding increases versus cuts
  • Lack of gubernatorial approval: The bill becoming law without the Governor's signature indicates potential executive-legislative branch tension over spending priorities
  • Limited public information: The bill summary doesn't specify which agencies received increases or decreases, making it difficult to assess whether particular constituencies were advantaged or disadvantaged

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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