This bill creates a tax credit program for licensed healthcare professionals in Oklahoma who provide unpaid training to medical students, residents, and other trainees. Eligible providers, known as faculty preceptors, can receive a credit against their state income tax for each 160-hour training rotation they supervise, with the amount varying based on the type of student and the number of rotations completed. The program is funded through specific revolving funds that collect license fees, and the total credits issued each year are limited by the amount of money available in these funds. The tax credit is available for training periods between 2025 and 2034, and unused credits can be carried forward for up to five years.
This Oklahoma bill updates the rules and timelines for special elections to ensure they follow a consistent schedule similar to regular elections. It requires that special elections include a primary, a potential runoff primary if needed, and a general election, with specific minimum timeframes between each stage. The law also clarifies how absentee ballots are sent for special elections, mandating faster delivery within 48 hours if applications arrive shortly before the vote. Additionally, the bill expands options for voters to receive ballots via electronic mail and protects their email addresses from public disclosure. These changes are designed to streamline the election process and improve access for voters participating in special elections.
This Oklahoma law requires creditors and debt collectors suing over medical bills to provide specific details to the court before a default judgment is entered against a consumer. To proceed with such a lawsuit, the plaintiff must file a redacted itemization of the charges and proof that they have complied with state and federal hospital price transparency rules. Additionally, the bill mandates that the court receive evidence showing the original account number, the name of the original creditor, a full breakdown of the debt including interest and fees, and the date of the last payment or transaction. These provisions take effect on November 1, 2024, aiming to ensure that medical debt collections are supported by clear documentation and transparency prior to legal action.
This bill updates Oklahoma laws regarding how money recovered in court cases for minors is managed and protected. It raises the minimum amount of funds that must be set aside in a court-approved account from $1,000 to $1,500 and clarifies the rules for handling settlements up to $25,000. The legislation requires adults acting on behalf of minors to sign affidavits, mandates that banks provide deposit receipts, and establishes specific conditions under which these funds can be withdrawn before the child turns 18. Additionally, the bill provides legal protections for insurers and those who settle claims in good faith, while repealing previous statutes related to minor settlement thresholds.
This bill updates the legal definitions and administrative procedures for the Teachers' Retirement System of Oklahoma. It clarifies who counts as a member by expanding the definition of "classified personnel" to include certain Department of Corrections instructors and counselors, while also refining categories for non-classified staff like bus drivers and maintenance workers. The legislation modifies how applications for retirement are processed, outlines specific steps to be taken if a joint annuitant dies, and adjusts rules regarding retirement options and the system's liability. Additionally, it repeals two older sections of the state code and declares an emergency to allow the changes to take effect immediately.
This Oklahoma law updates the rules for issuing medical licenses, allowing the state board to grant temporary licenses between meetings and to issue conditional licenses for specific public health needs. It also expands the authority of board investigators to act as peace officers with statewide jurisdiction to inspect records and pursue disciplinary actions for unprofessional misconduct or drug law violations. Additionally, the bill clarifies that medical licenses can be suspended if a physician is convicted of a felony in any court.
This law requires courier services to have a formal agreement with restaurants before they can transport food for delivery. If a restaurant does not have such an agreement with a courier, it can file a complaint with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission. The Commission will then enforce the existing rules and fines for violations of this requirement. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2024.
This Oklahoma law, known as the Ensuring Transparency in Prior Authorization Act, requires health insurers and review entities to clearly explain why they deny coverage for medical services and to consult with other doctors before making those negative decisions. The bill mandates that these entities use specific standards to evaluate care, particularly for urgent situations and chronic conditions, while also setting time limits for how long a denial can last. Additionally, the legislation establishes rules for how authorization requests must be transmitted electronically and defines key terms like "medically necessary" to ensure consistency across the state's health insurance system.
HB 3278 establishes the "Graduation Act of 2024" to modify graduation curriculum requirements in Oklahoma schools starting in the 2024-2025 school year. The bill does not specify the exact curriculum changes or directly affect students beyond setting a new effective date for future requirements. Its primary function is to create a legal framework for updating graduation standards, with the law taking effect on November 1, 2024.
This Oklahoma law allows health insurance companies to send important notices and documents electronically instead of by traditional mail, provided the recipient agrees to this method. The bill requires insurers to obtain clear consent from individuals or their plan sponsors before switching to digital delivery and must inform people of their right to receive paper copies or withdraw consent at any time. By treating electronic delivery as legally equivalent to physical mail, the measure aims to modernize communication while ensuring consumers can still access information in a format they prefer.
This Oklahoma law establishes rules for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to ensure fair treatment of pharmacies and patients. It requires PBMs to pay pharmacies the same reimbursement rates they pay to their own affiliated pharmacies and prohibits charging fees for basic services like claim processing or network enrollment. The bill also bans deceptive advertising, restricts retroactive claim denials, and forbids the use of spread pricing, which charges plans more than the amount paid to pharmacies. Additionally, PBMs cannot deny network participation based on an employee's probationary status with the state pharmacy board.
This Oklahoma law updates rules for dividing shared property when owners cannot agree on how to split it. When multiple owners want the same piece of land at the same price, the court must hold a sealed-bid auction where each owner submits a private offer, and the highest bidder wins the property. The bill also allows courts to order public auctions by licensed auctioneers instead of sheriff sales if doing so is likely to fetch a higher total price. Under both methods, the sheriff is responsible for issuing the final deed once the court approves the sale, and no property can be sold for less than two-thirds of its appraised value.
