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The 2025 legislative session resulted in several new laws that impact the work we do at Service Oklahoma. Some take effect immediately, while others roll out later this year or in 2026.
A few bills are especially important to highlight:
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House Bill 1751, our annual clean-up bill, includes key updates tied to the launch of our new driver license and motor vehicle system in early 2026.
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House Bill 2766 provides a flat budget allocation for Service Oklahoma for the upcoming fiscal year.
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House Bill 1183 makes a major change to how vehicle excise tax is calculated, effective July 1, 2026.
Below is a high-level overview of all legislative changes from this session and how they may affect our day-to-day operations.
Driver License Legislation
House Bill 1751 – Service Oklahoma Clean-Up Bill
Effective Date: Various
This bill includes several key updates for Service Oklahoma, with many changes rolling out alongside our BOOST system in early 2026. BOOST will introduce new ways of working across nearly every part of the licensing process. These changes—called Gear Shifts—reflect improvements identified during Definition meetings and will be shared in more detail ahead of the August testing phase.
Two important changes take effect this summer on July 1, 2025. First, online Driver License and State ID renewals will be limited to four years instead of eight. Oklahomans must renew in person at least every other time. Second, credential holders will be allowed to update their mailing address without needing to apply for a replacement credential.
House Bill 2013 – Optional Epilepsy Indicator
Effective Date: November 1, 2025
Also known as Dylan’s Law, this bill allows individuals to voluntarily add a medical indicator for epilepsy on their license. While the bill takes effect in November, the epilepsy designation will be available starting June 1, 2026.
House Bill 2297 – Reciprocity with Ireland
Effective Date: November 1, 2025
Enables a driver license reciprocity agreement between Oklahoma and Ireland, making it easier for Oklahomans to drive in Ireland and vice versa.
House Bill 2364 and Senate Bill 216 – Support for Inmates Reentering Society
HB2364 Effective Date: November 1, 2025
SB216 Effective Date: July 1, 2026
These clean-up bills help ease the administration of the Sarah Stitt Act, passed in 2021, which helps people leaving prison get ready to apply for jobs and housing by requiring support for individuals in custody to obtain a non-REAL ID credential before release.
SB216 also establishes that individuals convicted of certain offenses are not eligible to participate in the Provisional Driver License Program (PDLP), which provides limited driving privileges while working toward full reinstatement.
Motor Vehicle Legislation
Senate Bill 527 – Lien Processing Timeline Extended
Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Extends the lien filing deadline from 25 to 45 days, giving financial institutions more flexibility while still allowing consumers plenty of time to register their vehicles.
House Bill 2111 – Leasing Exemption from Inspections
Effective Date: November 1, 2025
Clarifies that vehicle leasing companies are exempt from Service Oklahoma’s inspection process.
House Bill 1684 – Military Surplus Vehicle Registration
Effective Date: November 1, 2025
Outlines requirements for registering all military surplus vehicles in Oklahoma.
Senate Bill 837 and House Bill 1487 – New Specialty Plates
Effective Date: November 1, 2025
These bills add several new specialty plates, including:
- A motorcycle version of the Historic Greenwood District plate
- A Zoo plate benefiting the Oklahoma Zoological Society
- Plates for Tulsa Air and Space Museum and Planetarium, the Church Studio, Star Spencer High School and the Ralph Ellison Foundation
Senate Bill 1108 – Motor Vehicle Apportionment
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
Transfers all motor vehicle apportionment responsibilities from the Oklahoma Tax Commission to Service Oklahoma.
House Bill 1183 – Excise Tax Based on Sale Price
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
One of the most significant changes for the coming year, this bill redefines how vehicle excise tax is calculated. Rather than using NADA values with up to 20% adjustments, the excise tax will now be based directly on the vehicle’s actual sale price, aligning it more closely with how sales tax is applied.
Our teams will be working closely together, and with partners across the state, to successfully implement these changes. If you have questions about how any of this may impact your work, reach out to your supervisor. We’ll continue to share more information and training as needed.
Thank you for staying informed and helping us keep Oklahoma moving forward.
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