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 |
|---|---|---|
Mar 11, 2026 | S | Coauthored by Representative Staires |
Mar 11, 2026 | S | First Reading |
Mar 11, 2026 | H | Engrossed, signed, to Senate |
Mar 10, 2026 | H | Referred for engrossment |
Mar 10, 2026 | H | Third Reading, Measure passed: Ayes: 51 Nays: 37 |
Mar 10, 2026 | H | Title stricken |
Mar 10, 2026 | H | Amended |
Mar 10, 2026 | H | Coauthored by Representative(s) Hill, Stinson, Roberts |
| Last Action | Mar 11, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Mar 12, 2026 |