Oklahoma · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 3996: Crimes and punishments; capital cases; Indigent Defense System to make certain payments and provide certain experts; effective date.

Enacted Last action May 13, 2026: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/13/2026

Plain-language summary

HB 3996 is a bill introduced in the Oklahoma House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Crimes and punishments; capital cases; Indigent Defense System to make certain payments and provide certain experts; effective date. Primary sponsor: Rande Worthen (Republican), Brent Howard (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2026): Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/13/2026.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Rande Worthen (Republican); Brent Howard (Republican).