As engrossed on 3/11/2026: - Creates the Oklahoma Gas, Artificial Intelligence, and Space Research Hub (GAS Hub) to serve as the state's central coordinating entity for attracting and hosting a U.S. National Laboratory. - Directs the GAS Hub to position the state as a leading national center for advanced oil and gas, artificial intelligence, and aerospace research. - Establishes the Oklahoma National Laboratory Development Program, administered by the GAS Hub, to identify and prepare laboratory sites, aggregate incentives, and coordinate federal applications. - Authorizes the GAS Hub to enter into public-private partnerships to develop research parks, laboratory campuses, and related infrastructure. - Places the GAS Hub under the administration of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and grants the Department rulemaking authority.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Apr 16, 2026 | S | Hearing Scheduled - Technology and Telecommunications Revised |
Apr 16, 2026 | S | Hearing Scheduled - Technology and Telecommunications 2nd Revised |
Apr 16, 2026 | S | Referred to Appropriations |
Apr 16, 2026 | S | Enacting clause stricken |
Apr 16, 2026 | S | Reported Do Pass as amended Technology and Telecommunications committee; CR filed |
Apr 9, 2026 | S | Hearing Scheduled - Technology and Telecommunications Revised |
Apr 9, 2026 | S | Hearing Scheduled - Technology and Telecommunications C A N C e L L e D |
Apr 1, 2026 | S | Second Reading referred to Technology and Telecommunications Committee then to Appropriations Committee |
| Last Action | Apr 16, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Apr 17, 2026 |