Telemedicine for mental health; consent for medical treatment of minor; exceptions; penalties for violations; effective date.

HB 1397 requires written parental or guardian consent for medical treatments of minors in Oklahoma, including telemedicine services for mental health. It specifies that school-based telemedicine consent (provided by parents) remains valid for the entire school year without needing on-site parental verification. Exceptions apply during medical emergencies or when parents cannot be reached after reasonable effort. Violating these consent rules is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1,000 or one year in jail. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.