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SB 333

Oklahoma Housing Authorities Act; modifying definition.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Haste and 1 co-sponsor

SB 333 modified housing authority definitions in Oklahoma but was vetoed by the Governor before taking effect.

Vetoed 05/10/2025
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Bill Summary · SB 333

Legislative bill overview

SB 333 modifies the definition of housing authorities under Oklahoma law, though the specific definitional changes are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill was passed by the legislature and sent to the Governor on May 7, 2025, but was vetoed on May 10, 2025.

Why is this important

Definitional changes to housing authorities can significantly affect which organizations qualify for public housing programs, funding eligibility, regulatory oversight, and the scope of services these entities can provide. Such modifications have downstream effects on housing policy implementation and potentially on affordable housing availability in Oklahoma communities.

Potential points of contention

  • The nature of the definitional change and whether it expands or contracts which entities qualify as housing authorities
  • Whether the veto reflects concerns about unintended consequences, fiscal impacts, or policy disagreement among legislative and executive branches
  • The practical implications for existing housing authorities and new applicants under the revised definition

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

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