Bill No. 1836, introduced by Hefner and Dossett, amends Section 3003 of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the State Use Advisory Council. The bill modifies the definition of a "qualified nonprofit agency for the employment of people with significant disabilities" by changing the requirement for the percentage of direct labor hours worked by individuals with significant disabilities from seventy-five percent (75%) to fifty percent (50%). Additionally, it clarifies the definition of "person with significant disabilities" to include individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, alongside those who are blind.

The bill also makes several other technical adjustments to definitions within the section, such as refining the terms related to the production and processing of goods. The changes aim to enhance the inclusivity and operational capacity of nonprofit agencies that employ individuals with disabilities. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, following its passage in the House of Representatives on March 26, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 74-3003
Floor (House): 74-3003
Engrossed: 74-3003