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"The OAR Capitol Conference exemplifies the power of collaboration, bringing together government affairs directors, state representatives, senators, and association leaders to champion the legislative issues that protect real estate, property ownership, and the dreams of Oklahomans. Together, we shape policies that uphold the integrity of our industry and the rights of property owners across our state. It is the foundation of all our advocacy," said 2025 OKCMAR President Vanessa Johnson.
The conference was held last week - and REALTORS® will continue their work on these issues at the State level:
1. Public Infrastructure Districts
2. GO Bonds, sales tax, and property tax
3. Housing Opportunity Commission
4. Right to compensate real estate practitioners
5. Mandatory memorialization of service agreement
6. 1099 Protection
7. License reciprocity
8. Application of civil law on Indian National Territory
9. Foreign ownership of property
10. Homeowners Association transparency
11. Contracts and Forms
12. Refundable tax credit for lease and mortgage payments
13. Property tax relief for seniors over 65
14. Increase in capital gains limit from $500K to $1M
15. Tax credits for energy efficient home construction
16. Forced mediation for eviction cases
17. Small town revitalization grants
18. Prohibiting municipal registration of residential property
19. Refurbishment of obsolete structures for residential use
20. Background checks on certain residential leases
21. Tax credits for National Guard members' residential purchases
22. County access to real property
23. State licensing outsourcing
24. Broadening Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency scope of authority
25. Adverse possession of land
26. Expanded limitation of eminent domain
27. Personal liabilities for owners of LLC
28. Prohibitions on homeless shelters
29. Mold treatments
30. Prohibitions on property ownership (E.g. LLC and LLP )
Hall of Fame members were honored at the reception held on the first night of the conference, among them are OKCMAR members Mo Anderson, Pam Barton-Stober, Kathy Fowler, Sharyl Pickens, Steve Reese, and Carolyn Sims. Fowler said, "Being inducted into the REALTOR® Hall of Fame is a profound honor that reflects not only a deep commitment to our industry but also a shared responsibility to advocate for the future of real estate. Investing at this level ensures we protect property rights, strengthen our communities, and empower our profession for generations to come.”
The Hall of Fame is a recognition by NAR dedicated to members who have made a significant commitment to RPAC with a lifetime investment amount of $25,000 or more. Their name plaques are displayed on the RPAC Hall of Fame wall at NAR Washington, D.C.
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