House, Senate enter bill filing period for regular session

Posted on: 12/6/17


The Second Session of the 56th Legislature begins Feb. 5th. Lawmakers have until Jan. 18 to file bills and joint resolutions to be considered during the session. Senate rules permit members to file bills after the deadline.

Additionally, House Speaker Charles McCall, Senate President Pro Tempore Mike Schulz, House Appropriations and Budget Committee Chair Kevin Wallace, and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Kim David, are permitted to file bills at any time.

Lawmakers in both chambers have until Dec. 8 to request drafting of bills and joint resolutions.

Prior to the 2016 legislative session, the Second Session of the 55th Legislature, 2,413 bills and joint resolutions were requested, 1,245 in the House and 1,168 in the Senate.

More than 1,990 bills and joint resolutions were carried over from the First Session of the 56th Legislature and are eligible to be considered during its second session.

Save the dates for OHA 2022 events

Posted on: 2/18/22


It’s a new year and a new lineup of important events for you and your staff. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to engage in advocacy, education and networking all year long. Mark your calendar now!

OHA Advocacy Day - Tuesday, April 5, Oklahoma History Center. Join us for our annual legislative day. We will begin with a member briefing at 3 p.m., followed by a legislative reception at 5 p.m. Watch for registration materials soon.

OHA-PAC Golf Tournament - Tuesday, June 21, Jimmie Austin Golf Club at OU, Norman. Time and details TBA.

OHA Health Care Leaders Forum - Tuesday, July 19 - Thursday, July 21, Shangri-La Resort, Grand Lake. Watch for registration soon!

OHA Connect 22 - Wednesday, Nov. 9 - Friday, Nov. 11, Oklahoma City Convention Center and Omni Hotel, downtown Oklahoma City. Plan now to attend OHA’s annual conference and exhibit hall. More details to come.

Details on these events and other upcoming education opportunities will be available on the OHA website.