Joe Newhouse Voting Record & Scorecard | The American Cornerstone Institute
OK Senator
District: 25 • Republican
2024 Alignment:
77.40%
2024 Ratings by Policy Category
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Sen. Joe Newhouse (R-OK-25) earned a 77% The American Cornerstone Institute score for 2024, showing strong alignment with policy positions tracked by The American Cornerstone Institute. Joe Newhouse voted on 26 of the 33 substantive bills scored by The American Cornerstone Institute in 2024. Highest category scores: Faith (100%), Community (90%), and Liberty (70%). Joe Newhouse represents the 25th District in the Oklahoma State Senate.
Title
Lawmaker Position
HB 1345
Senate 2024
2xHB 1345Senate 20242x
Reducing Employment Barriers and Improving Access to Healthcare by Allowing Licensing Reciprocity for Psychologists.
With ACI
This bill allows the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists to establish reciprocity agreements to issue licenses to psychologists licensed in other states, if the other states' licensing requirements are "substantially equal" to Oklahoma's.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government control stifles innovation, burdens businesses, and restricts individual liberty. Overregulation of occupational licensing restricts employment opportunities and empowers government bureaucrats at the expense of free enterprise. ACI supports a limited government agenda that cuts unnecessary red tape, fosters competition, drives economic growth, and empowers individuals.
HB 1449
Senate 2024
9xHB 1449Senate 20249x
Reducing Frivolous Litigation Under State Non-Discrimination Law by Clarifying the Definition of "Sex" as One's Biological Sex at Birth.
With ACI
This bill, the "Women's Bill of Rights," establishes a legal definition of "sex" for use in statutes and state code. The bill defines "sex" as "a natural person's biological sex at birth." The bill provides that the state and local governments "shall not be prohibited from establishing distinctions between sexes when such distinctions are substantially related to an important government objective," such as "biology, privacy, safety, or fairness." All individuals - regardless of their sexual identity - should be treated with respect and have the same freedoms, rights and opportunities under the law. This bill helps strengthen safety and privacy in restrooms and locker rooms at educational facilities, prisons and other locations across the state.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Faith.
The US Constitution affords all people equal protection under the law, not extra protection. ACI opposes gender policies that provide unequal rights or protections, unfair competition in sports, or allow irreversible sex changes of minors who have not reached the age of consent. ACI is opposed gender affirming care for minors.
HB 1955
Senate 2024
5xHB 1955Senate 20245x
Promoting Economic Growth by Eliminating the State Sales Tax on Grocery Items.
With ACI
This bill eliminates the state sales tax for "retail sales of food and food ingredients." This does not include certain items, such as alcoholic beverages, dietary supplements, or prepared food. Local sales taxes are not affected, but future sales or excise tax increases submitted to voters for approval must "provide that the increased rate does not apply to "food and food ingredients".
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Lower rates of taxation spur investment, hiring and economic growth. The tax code should be structured in a simple and broadly applied manner with rates as low as possible for everyone. ACI opposes tax hikes and cronyism within the tax code that provides select individuals, businesses or industries with special benefits or carve outs at the expense of the rest of the population.
HB 2330
Senate 2024
5xHB 2330Senate 20245x
Expanding Access to Mental Healthcare by Slightly Reforming the State's Draconian Certificate of Need Laws.
With ACI
This bill repeals the certificate of need requirement for psychiatric and chemical dependency facilities, which prohibited any "psychiatric or chemical dependency facility or unit" unless a certificate was issued. Certificate of need laws prevent individuals from opening or expanding healthcare facilities unless they can prove to the government there is a "need" for the expansion and additional competition.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
Americans deserve a patient-centered healthcare system that empowers individuals to take control of their health decisions without onerous government regulations that drive up the cost of care. ACI supports healthcare policies that focus on protecting the unborn and vulnerable at all stage of life, while ensuring women and families have alternative to abortion, better medical care, and ethical healthcare options.
HB 2872
Senate 2024
2xHB 2872Senate 20242x
Hiking Health Insurance Premiums by Establishing Minimum Reimbursement Rates for Out-of-Network Ambulance Services and Restricting Cost Sharing.
Against ACI
This bill, the "Out-of-Network Ambulance Service Provider Act," sets minimum allowable reimbursement rates for out-of-network ambulance services under health care benefit plans. Under the bill, the rate is to be set by localities. If a locality does not establish a minimum rate, the rate is equal to 325% of the Medicare rate, or the amount charged by the ambulance service, whichever is less. Additionally, the bill imposes price controls, providing that any cost sharing, such as a deductible, coinsurance, or copayment, may not be greater than for in-network ambulance services.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
Americans deserve a patient-centered healthcare system that empowers individuals to take control of their health decisions without onerous government regulations that drive up the cost of care. ACI supports healthcare policies that focus on protecting the unborn and vulnerable at all stage of life, while ensuring women and families have alternative to abortion, better medical care, and ethical healthcare options.
HB 2975
Senate 2024
5xHB 2975Senate 20245x
Increasing Food Freedom and Protecting Privacy of Homemade Food Producers Through an Optional Alternative to Listing Personal Information on Product Labels.
With ACI
This bill allows homemade food producers the option of listing a registration number on product labels instead of their name, phone number, and the address where the product was made. The registration number requires a fee of $15 annually.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government control stifles innovation, burdens businesses, and restricts individual liberty. Overregulation empowers government bureaucrats at the expense of free enterprise. ACI supports a limited government agenda that cuts unnecessary red tape, fosters competition, drives economic growth, and empowers individuals.
HB 3159
Senate 2024
8xHB 3159Senate 20248x
Strengthening Property Rights by Providing Property Owners the First Opportunity to Purchase Back Their Property Seized by Eminent Domain.
With ACI
This bill amends the Landowner's Bill of Rights to include the right of first refusal or first offer to purchase property that was seized by the state through eminent domain, if the government later sells the property. Under the bill, a property owner whose property was seized, and their "first generation of heirs," may purchase the property at the current value or the compensation paid when the property was seized, whichever is less.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government control stifles innovation, burdens businesses, and restricts individual liberty. The abuse of eminent domain infringes private property rights in favor of government interests.
HB 3351
Senate 2024
3xHB 3351Senate 20243x
Growing Cronyism and Central Planning Through an Income Tax Credit for Medical Professionals who Provide Training Services.
Against ACI
This bill establishes a "preceptorship training" income tax credit, granted to medical professionals who provide training for medical students, through 2035. The credit may be claimed for up to 10 training rotations annually, and the amount of the credit for medical students and residents is $290 for the first three training rotations, then $590, and for APRNs and physician assistants is $165 for the first three training rotations, then $340. The tax credits are paid for using funds from licensure fees.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Lower rates of taxation spur investment, hiring and economic growth. The tax code should be structured in a simple and broadly applied manner with rates as low as possible for everyone. ACI opposes tax hikes and cronyism within the tax code that provides select individuals, businesses or industries with special benefits or carve outs at the expense of the rest of the population.
HB 3388
Senate 2024
8xHB 3388Senate 20248x
Strengthening School Choice by Exempting School Choice Tax Credits from Income Tax Liability.
With ACI
This bill contains several provisions related to the Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit Act. Most notably, the bill provides that tax credits received under that act are exempt from income taxes. Under that act, parents may receive tax credits for certain educational expenses for their child, such as tuition and fees to attend a private school.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
Education is fundamental to upward mobility and overall success. ACI supports school choice policies (including charter schools, vouchers, education savings accounts, and homeschooling) and that parents should have the right to choose the best educational solution for their children.
HB 3594
Senate 2024
7xHB 3594Senate 20247x
Strengthening Property Rights by Protecting the Right of Individuals and Businesses to Mine Digital Currency.
With ACI
This bill prohibits the state and local governments from imposing certain regulations on digital assets (such as Bitcoin and others). Under the bill, the state may not prohibit or restrict the use of digital assets for purchases or impose taxes specific to payments made with digital assets. The bill also declares the right "to participate in home digital asset mining" and to operate "a digital asset mining business" in industrial-zoned areas. Local governments may not impose sound pollution restrictions that do not apply generally, and may not "impose any other requirements" that do not also apply to data centers. The bill also contains other protections related to digital assets, such as ensuring a money transmitter license is not required.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government control stifles innovation, burdens businesses, and restricts individual liberty. Overregulation empowers government bureaucrats at the expense of free enterprise. ACI supports a limited government agenda that cuts unnecessary red tape, fosters competition, drives economic growth, and empowers individuals.
HB 3959
Senate 2024
5xHB 3959Senate 20245x
Expanding Cronyism Through a New Fund to Provide Millions of Dollars to Professional Sports Teams Based on the Number of Employees.
Against ACI
This bill, the "Oklahoma Five Major Sports Leagues Rebate Program Act," establishes a fund to provide rebate payments to professional sports teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and MLS. Under the bill, a team is eligible to receive up to $10 million annually, based on the number of full-time equivalent employees. A team must have a total payroll of at least $10 million annually and at least 80% of the employees must be full-time equivalent positions, work an average of at least 30 hours per week, and be subject to state income taxes. The rebate payments are funded using income tax revenue.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Lower rates of taxation spur investment, hiring and economic growth. The tax code should be structured in a simple and broadly applied manner with rates as low as possible for everyone. ACI opposes tax hikes and cronyism within the tax code that provides select individuals, businesses or industries with special benefits or carve outs at the expense of the rest of the population.
HB 4069
Senate 2024
7xHB 4069Senate 20247x
Strengthening Law and Order by Expanding Credit and Debit Card Fraud to Include Gift Cards.
With ACI
This bill expands the scope of "False making or embossing of credit or debit card" and includes gift cards by including a "similar card containing a magnetic strip capable of storing data." Additionally, the bill provides that possessing at least three cards "containing cloned or altered data" creates a rebuttable presumption of "intent to defraud." The bill provides that possession of five or fewer cards is punishable by 2-5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $5,000, with increased penalties for possession of 6-20 cards (5-10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000) or 20 or more cards (10-20 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $100,000).
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
HB 4156
Senate 2024
9xHB 4156Senate 20249x
Strengthening National Security by Prohibiting Illegal Immigrants from Entering the State.
With ACI
This bill creates the offense of "impermissible occupation," which applies "if the person is an alien and willfully and without permission enters and remains in the State of Oklahoma without having first obtained legal authorization to enter the United States." Under the bill, a first offense is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $500. A second or subsequent offense, or if committed during another crime, is a felony punishable by up to 2 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $1,000. Additionally, "the person shall be required to leave the state within seventy-two (72) hours following his or her conviction or release from custody, whichever comes later." The bill also provides that it is a felony for an alien who has been denied entry into the U.S. or deported to enter the state, unless certain criteria apply. Finally, the bill prohibits probation, delayed sentencing, or community sentencing for violations.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left’s promotion of an open-border immigration system places an immense drain on U.S. infrastructure and taxpayer resources ranging from welfare to the education system, while also creating serious law enforcement and national security issues. ACI supports the rule of law including strong border security and the enforcement of federal immigration law. ACI supports the cooperation between law enforcement jurisdictions which creates safer communities.
SB 1155
Senate 2024
6xSB 1155Senate 20246x
Fueling Wasteful and Out-Of-Control Spending Through $18 Million for the Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture.
With ACI
This bill appropriates $18 million to the Oklahoma Historical Society for the Oklahoma Museum of Popular Culture. An additional $18 million must be raised from other sources before the funds may be used. Taxpayers should not be forced to fund wasteful and unnecessary initiatives which do not pertain to the core functions of government.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government spending and the increasing national debt are a serious threat to America’s stability and is an unjust burden on future generations of Americans. The enormous national debt weakens the US economy and makes the country vulnerable to foreign adversaries such as China, which currently holds significant US debt. ACI strongly supports fiscal responsibility in government spending, reducing the size of the government, and overall spending cuts.
SB 1259
Senate 2024
4xSB 1259Senate 20244x
Enriching Comcast and Other Woke Corporations by Forcing Taxpayers to Continue to Provide "Broadband Equity" Through a Government Central Planning Scheme.
Against ACI
This bill extends the rebate for the sales tax exemption for broadband equipment "to establish or expand broadband services in underserved or unserved areas." Previously, the exemption only applied to purchases made in 2022 and 2023. Under this bill, the tax credit is available annually. This measure forces taxpayers to enrich woke corporations such as Comcast for infrastructure which may soon be unnecessary due to significant advances in satellite technology from Comcast's competitors, such as Elon Musk's Starlink.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Lower rates of taxation spur investment, hiring and economic growth. The tax code should be structured in a simple and broadly applied manner with rates as low as possible for everyone. ACI opposes tax hikes and cronyism within the tax code that provides select individuals, businesses or industries with special benefits or carve outs at the expense of the rest of the population.
SB 1447
Senate 2024
3xSB 1447Senate 20243x
Growing Government Central Planning Powers and Interference in the Private Sector Through New Economic Development Bureaucracies.
Against ACI
This bill, the "Creating Oklahoma's Modern Plan for Economic Transformation and Effectiveness (COMPETE) Act," creates two economic development divisions in the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Under the bill, the Division on Economic Development, Growth, and Expansion (EDGE) is "the state's lead economic development point of contact" and "shall have duties pertaining to the economic development of the state." The Division on Community Outreach and Revitalization Enterprise (CORE) is "to focus on the long-term development of local communities to increase competitiveness and enhance economic opportunities" and "shall have duties pertaining to local economic opportunities and community development."
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government control stifles innovation, burdens businesses, and restricts individual liberty. Overregulation empowers government bureaucrats at the expense of free enterprise. ACI supports a limited government agenda that cuts unnecessary red tape, fosters competition, drives economic growth, and empowers individuals.
SB 1450 (Senate Version)
Senate 2024
8xSB 1450 (Senate Version)Senate 20248x
Strengthening Law and Order by Creating the Offense of Organized Retail Crime and Extending the Timeframe for Combining Multiple Retail Theft Offenses.
With ACI
This bill creates the offense of "organized retail crime." Under the bill, this applies if two or more conditions are met, such as "The property is taken for resale," "Such property is taken by two or more persons acting jointly," and "The persons taking such property have a means of getaway to evade capture or arrest." The bill provides for a sentence of up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $1,000, if the value of the items taken is less than $15,000. The maximum sentence is increased to 8 years if the value is greater than $15,000. Additionally, the bill extends the timeframe in which multiple thefts of merchandise from stores may be combined. Previously, if a person committed theft three or more times within 90 days, the value of the stolen items could be combined to determine the severity of the offense (ex. for a first offense, if the value is $1,000 or more, it is a felony). The bill extends the timeframe to 1 year. Finally, the bill also establishes the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force to advise lawmakers and the Governor.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community. The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
SB 1520 (Senate Version)
Senate 2024
3xSB 1520 (Senate Version)Senate 20243x
Hiking Unfunded Pension Liabilities by $53 Million by Increasing the Ability of Retired Educators to "Double Dip".
Against ACI
This bill increases the maximum earnings that retired teachers may earn by returning to work while continuing to receive retirement benefits (aka "double dip"). Under the bill, the maximum earnings amount is increased from $15,000 to $30,000 for retirees under 62, and from $30,000 to $55,000 for retirees 62 or older. According to the bill's fiscal note, this is estimated to increase unfunded liabilities by $53 million.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government spending and the increasing national debt are a serious threat to America’s stability and is an unjust burden on future generations of Americans. The enormous national debt weakens the US economy and makes the country vulnerable to foreign adversaries such as China, which currently holds significant US debt. ACI strongly supports fiscal responsibility in government spending, reducing the size of the government, and overall spending cuts.
SB 1668
Senate 2024
4xSB 1668Senate 20244x
Strengthening Public Safety by Allowing Sheriffs to Contract with Private Security to Guard Inmates Receiving Medical Care, Making More Law Enforcement Officers Available.
With ACI
This bill allows sheriffs to "contract with a private security firm" to guard inmates that are receiving medical care outside of a jail. The firm must meet the requirements under the "Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act." This measure strengthens public safety by allowing sheriffs to better allocate resources.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
SB 1705
Senate 2024
3xSB 1705Senate 20243x
Strengthening National Security by Prohibiting U.S. Foreign Adversary Governments from Owning Land in the State.
Against ACI
This bill prohibits any foreign government designated "as hostile or a Country of Particular Concern" from owning land in the state. This includes countries such as Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Iran.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left’s promotion of an open-border immigration system places an immense drain on U.S. infrastructure and taxpayer resources ranging from welfare to the education system, while also creating serious law enforcement and national security issues. ACI supports the rule of law including strong border security and the enforcement of federal immigration law. ACI supports the cooperation between law enforcement jurisdictions which creates safer communities.
SB 1854
Senate 2024
8xSB 1854Senate 20248x
Strengthening Public Safety by Prohibiting Homeless Encampments on State Property.
With ACI
This bill prohibits any "unauthorized camp" on state property. A warning is issued for the first violation, and a subsequent violation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 15 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $50. A citation may only be issued if "the person refuses any assistance offered to them by the arresting officer," such as "transportation to a shelter, food pantry, or other place where resources are made available to assist the indigent and homeless." Homeless encampments on sidewalks and streets present many health and safety concerns, including increased crime rates, open drug use, and sanitary concerns.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
SB 1877
Senate 2024
8xSB 1877Senate 20248x
Strengthening Public Safety by Extending the Timeframe for Combining Multiple Retail Theft Offenses.
With ACI
This bill extends the timeframe in which multiple thefts of merchandise from stores may be combined. Previously, if a person committed theft three or more times within 90 days, the value of the stolen items could be combined to determine the severity of the offense (ex. for a first offense, if the value is $1,000 or more, it is a felony). This bill extends the timeframe to 180 days.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
SB 426
Senate 2024
9xSB 426Senate 20249x
Protecting Individual Liberties and Reducing Government Overreach by Declaring that United Nations, World Health Organization, and World Economic Forum Mandates Are Unenforceable in the State.
With ACI
This bill declares that "The World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum have no jurisdiction in this state" and that "requirements or mandates issued by" those groups may not serve as the "basis for action" or be used to impose requirements that violate state law, such as those related to "masks, vaccines, or medical testing."
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
This bill declares that "The World Health Organization, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum have no jurisdiction in this state" and that "requirements or mandates issued by" those groups may not serve as the "basis for action" or be used to impose requirements that violate state law, such as those related to "masks, vaccines, or medical testing." Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty. Excessive government control stifles innovation, burdens businesses, and restricts individual liberty. Overregulation empowers government bureaucrats at the expense of free enterprise. ACI supports a limited government agenda that cuts unnecessary red tape, fosters competition, drives economic growth, and empowers individuals.
SB 458
Senate 2024
7xSB 458Senate 20247x
Expanding Access to Healthcare by Allowing Certain Nurses to Prescribe Medications without Physician Oversight.
Against ACI
This bill allows advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), certified nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and certified nurse-midwives to prescribe medications without a supervision agreement with a physician. To be eligible, the nurse must have 6,240 hours of supervised practice with prescribing authority or complete an accredited residency program.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
Americans deserve a patient-centered healthcare system that empowers individuals to take control of their health decisions without onerous government regulations that drive up the cost of care. ACI supports healthcare policies that focus on protecting the unborn and vulnerable at all stage of life, while ensuring women and families have alternative to abortion, better medical care, and ethical healthcare options.
SB 538
Senate 2024
5xSB 538Senate 20245x
Protecting Life by Expanding Pro-Life Grants Under the "Choosing Childbirth Act".
With ACI
This bill amends the "Choosing Childbirth Act," which provides funds to a "grant-supervising entity" that provides grants to organizations for pro-life services, such as healthcare services for women and infants. This bill allows the Department of Health to now also provide grants "both directly to the private organizations and to one or more grant-supervising entities." The bill also expands the eligible uses of grant funds to include additional services, such as ultrasounds and mental healthcare, and provides that postpartum services to reduce mortality rates extend for 3 years postpartum.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
ACI supports pro-life solutions that acknowledges life begins at conception, that individuals are created in the image of God, and have inherent dignity regardless of development or ability. Therefore, we oppose laws that support abortion, including the use of medical abortion drugs. ACI is committed to supporting a culture of life in the United States. We support policies and community solutions that ensure families do not feel forced to choose abortion due to financial hardship or lack of support. ACI supports returning abortion law to the states as a step towards ensuring unborn children receive legal protection under the Constitution.
SJR 16
Senate 2024
3xSJR 16Senate 20243x
Competing With the Private Lending Industry Through a Constitutional Amendment Authorizing "Public Infrastructure Districts".
Against ACI
This resolution proposes an amendment to the state constitution to allow the creation of local "public infrastructure districts." Under the amendment, municipalities could create districts and issue bonds (debt) to finance the "public improvements," which are then repaid through an additional assessment on their property. All property owners must agree in order to create a district.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Excessive government spending and the increasing national debt are a serious threat to America’s stability and is an unjust burden on future generations of Americans. The enormous national debt weakens the US economy and makes the country vulnerable to foreign adversaries such as China, which currently holds significant US debt. ACI strongly supports fiscal responsibility in government spending, reducing the size of the government, and overall spending cuts.
HB 1600
Senate 2024
3xHB 1600Senate 20243x
Expanding Cronyism Through a Sales Tax Exemption for Digital Asset Mining Equipment.
Neutral
This bill exempts "sales of machinery and equipment" that are "used for commercial mining of digital assets" (i.e., Bitcoin and other digital currencies) from the state's sales tax through 2029. To be eligible, the equipment must be used "in a colocation facility" and the facility must have "entered into a load reduction agreement" with the electricity provider to reduce usage during certain situations, such as inclement weather.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Liberty.
Lower rates of taxation spur investment, hiring and economic growth. The tax code should be structured in a simple and broadly applied manner with rates as low as possible for everyone. ACI opposes tax hikes and cronyism within the tax code that provides select individuals, businesses or industries with special benefits or carve outs at the expense of the rest of the population.
HB 1712 (Veto Override)
Senate 2024
4xHB 1712 (Veto Override)Senate 20244x
Increasing Health Insurance Premiums by Mandating Policies Provide Coverage for Durable Medical Equipment.
Neutral
This motion overrides the Governor's veto of a bill that prohibits health benefit plans or networks from refusing to provide coverage for prescribed durable medical equipment and supplies," which includes items such as wheelchairs and oxygen systems. This includes healthcare providers who are in-network or out-of-network, unless an in-network provider is available within 15 miles. Out-of-network providers must also be reimbursed at the same rate as in-network providers. Each and every health insurance mandate prevents an individual from selecting a plan with just basic or customized coverages to fit their specific needs. As a result, health insurers are forced to only offer costly plans loaded with coverages that most individuals do not need. This can result in lower-income or younger individuals choosing to purchase no insurance plan at all due to the high cost.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
Americans deserve a patient-centered healthcare system that empowers individuals to take control of their health decisions without onerous government regulations that drive up the cost of care. ACI supports healthcare policies that focus on protecting the unborn and vulnerable at all stage of life, while ensuring women and families have alternative to abortion, better medical care, and ethical healthcare options.
HB 3782
Senate 2024
7xHB 3782Senate 20247x
Strengthening Public Safety by Establishing a Rebuttable Presumption Against Bail for Violent Offenses Committed While on Bond.
Neutral
This bill establishes a rebuttable presumption against bail for individuals who are arrested for committing a "violent crime," such as murder, kidnapping, or child abuse, while already released on bond for another "violent offense." As ensuring public safety is an important role of government.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
SB 1334
Senate 2024
5xSB 1334Senate 20245x
Increasing Health Insurance Premiums by Mandating Policies Provide Coverage for Fertility Preservation for Individuals with Cancer.
Neutral
This bill, "Corinne's Law," requires all health insurance policies offered in the state to provide coverage for "standard fertility preservation services" for individuals with cancer, if a necessary treatment may cause infertility. The bill also prohibits preauthorization requirements for such coverage. The bill does contain a provision allowing religious employers to submit an exemption request. However, each and every health insurance mandate prevents an individual from selecting a plan with just basic or customized coverages to fit their specific needs. As a result, health insurers are forced to only offer costly plans loaded with coverages that most individuals do not need. This can result in lower-income or younger individuals choosing to purchase no insurance plan at all due to the high cost.
Oppose is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
Americans deserve a patient-centered healthcare system that empowers individuals to take control of their health decisions without onerous government regulations that drive up the cost of care. ACI supports healthcare policies that focus on protecting the unborn and vulnerable at all stage of life, while ensuring women and families have alternative to abortion, better medical care, and ethical healthcare options.
SB 1491
Senate 2024
2xSB 1491Senate 20242x
Expanding Access to Healthcare by Authorizing "Expedited Partner Therapy" Which Reduces Barriers to Treatment.
Neutral
This bill authorizes "expedited partner therapy," which allows healthcare providers to prescribe medications to a patient's partner to treat sexually transmitted diseases without examining the partner, if the healthcare provider believes they are "unlikely or unable" to seek treatment.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Life.
Americans deserve a patient-centered healthcare system that empowers individuals to take control of their health decisions without onerous government regulations that drive up the cost of care. ACI supports healthcare policies that focus on protecting the unborn and vulnerable at all stage of life, while ensuring women and families have alternative to abortion, better medical care, and ethical healthcare options.
SB 1513(Senate Version)
Senate 2024
9xSB 1513(Senate Version)Senate 20249x
Strengthening "Right to Work" Protections for Teachers by Prohibiting School Districts from Forcing Employees to Attend Union Presentations.
Neutral
This bill prohibits school districts from requiring "employees to meet, communicate, listen to, or otherwise interact with an employee organization or statewide professional educators' association." School districts are also prohibited from "Distributing communications or membership solicitations on behalf of" such groups.
Support is the ACI's position based on the cornerstone of Community.
Education is fundamental to upward mobility and overall success. ACI supports school choice policies (including charter schools, vouchers, education savings accounts, and homeschooling) and that parents should have the right to choose the best educational solution for their children.
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Strengthening Property Rights by Creating New Penalties for Falsifying Real Estate Documents and Establishing a Legal Process for Property Owners to Remove Squatters.
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This bill strengthens property rights by allowing homeowners to have an unauthorized individual removed by law enforcement from their property if the homeowner provides a sworn affidavit. Additionally, the bill creates penalties for falsifying real estate documents claiming to be a lease agreement or deed. The bill also criminalizes unlawfully occupying a home and intentionally causing $1,000 or more in damage, if the person is removed through the provisions in the bill.
Support is the ACI’s position based on the cornerstone of Community.
The Left has waged war on the law enforcement community in recent years. As a result, law enforcement entities nationwide have been severely diminished. Americans lack confidence in the justice system at both the federal and state and local level. ACI believes that public safety is best achieved through upholding the rule of law, support for strong law enforcement policies, and practical solutions that benefit communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sen. Joe Newhouse's voting record?
Sen. Joe Newhouse (R-OK-25) earned a 77% The American Cornerstone Institute score for 2024, showing strong alignment with policy positions tracked by The American Cornerstone Institute. Joe Newhouse voted on 26 of the 33 substantive bills scored by The American Cornerstone Institute in 2024. Highest category scores: Faith (100%), Community (90%), and Liberty (70%). Joe Newhouse represents the 25th District in the Oklahoma State Senate.
How aligned is Joe Newhouse with policy positions tracked by The American Cornerstone Institute?
Joe Newhouse earned a 77% The American Cornerstone Institute score in 2024, showing strong alignment with policy positions tracked by The American Cornerstone Institute.
What is Joe Newhouse's The American Cornerstone Institute score?
Joe Newhouse has a 77% The American Cornerstone Institute score for 2024.
Where does Joe Newhouse serve?
Sen. Joe Newhouse (R-OK-25) represents the 25th District in the Oklahoma State Senate as a Republican.
What issue categories does Joe Newhouse score highest and lowest on?
Joe Newhouse's strongest categories on the The American Cornerstone Institute scorecard are Faith (100%) and Community (90%). The lowest-scoring categories are Life (53%) and Liberty (70%).