Healthcare (Medical Licensing)

signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1984: Practice of osteopathic medicine; modifying various provisions of the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act. Effective date.

SB 1984 amends Oklahoma's Osteopathic Medicine Act to modernize regulations for osteopathic physicians and the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners. It clarifies definitions (like "emergency" and "emergency suspension"), expands the Board's subpoena power and authority to design exams, and updates disciplinary procedures by adding/removing grounds for action. The bill also requires electronic license renewals, clarifies telemedicine practice rules (requiring a proper patient record for remote care), and specifies conditions for emergency license suspensions. These changes directly affect licensed osteopathic physicians in Oklahoma, the regulatory Board, and patients through updated oversight and licensing processes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareModernizes osteopathic regulations, clarifies telemedicine rules, and streamlines licensing - enhancing provider efficiency and patient access within healthcare delivery.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Telehealth

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1649: Medicaid; prohibiting Oklahoma Health Care Authority from imposing certain requirements on providers. Emergency.

SB 1649 prohibits Oklahoma's Medicaid program (administered by the Oklahoma Health Care Authority) from requiring healthcare providers to disclose whether they perform, refer for, or are affiliated with abortion services. This applies specifically to contracting, Medicaid payment, and credentialing processes. The bill directly affects Medicaid providers who previously might have faced such disclosure demands as a condition of participation. It mandates the Authority to create implementing rules and declares an emergency for immediate effect.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves abortion-related disclosure requirement for Medicaid providers, enabling broader participation without restrictions on services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medical Licensing Women's Health

Track

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1431: Practice of pharmacy; authorizing dispensing of self-administered hormonal contraceptives under certain conditions. Effective date.

SB 1431 allows pharmacists in Oklahoma to dispense self-administered hormonal contraceptives (like pills or patches) to patients without requiring a prescription, under a protocol established by the State Board of Pharmacy. Pharmacists must complete approved training and follow the Board's rules, which must be finalized by January 1, 2027. This change directly affects patients seeking accessible contraception and expands pharmacists' scope of practice for contraceptive care. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables pharmacists to dispense hormonal contraceptives without prescriptions, expanding patient access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Women's Health

Track

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 2037: Artificial intelligence; requiring informed consent for use by licensed mental health professional or health care provider; authorizing and prohibiting certain uses. Emergency.

SB 2037 requires licensed mental health professionals and health care providers in Oklahoma to obtain written, informed consent from patients before using artificial intelligence (AI) for therapy or psychotherapy services. The bill prohibits AI from making independent therapeutic decisions, directly interacting with clients during sessions, generating treatment plans without provider review, or detecting emotions. It mandates that providers maintain full responsibility for all AI-assisted interactions and explicitly states that final clinical decisions must be made by licensed professionals, not AI systems. Violations may result in disciplinary action and fines up to $10,000 per incident, enforced by licensure boards or the Attorney General.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires informed consent for AI in mental health care, prohibits AI from making therapeutic decisions, and mandates provider accountability - protecting patient rights in healthcare delivery.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires patient consent for AI therapy use, prohibits AI from making decisions or interacting directly, ensuring human oversight for privacy and safety in healthcare applications.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Mental Health Artificial Intelligence

Track

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 3, 2026

SB 1904: Professions and occupations; requiring reinstatement of the Hippocratic Oath for physicians. Effective date.

SB 1904 requires all physicians applying for initial licensure and currently licensed physicians in Oklahoma to take the Hippocratic Oath, plus three specific affirmations: (1) upholding the Nuremberg Code against unethical medical experiments, (2) avoiding blind adherence to pharmaceutical treatments without considering patient needs, and (3) refusing to prescribe medications based on financial incentives from drug companies. The bill directs the State Board of Medical Licensure and the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners to create rules for implementation. It applies directly to all physicians seeking or holding a medical license in Oklahoma and takes effect November 1, 2026. The law mandates these pledges as a condition of licensure but does not alter medical practice standards or prescribing regulations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates physicians to uphold ethical standards, prohibit financial incentives in prescribing, and protect patient rights through licensure requirements, aligning with patient-centered care indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

Track

died · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SB 1836: Health care providers; requiring specified mental health screenings. Effective date.

SB 1836 requires physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, and osteopathic physicians to conduct annual mental health screenings using a standardized tool during routine primary care visits. The State Board of Medical Licensure will develop the screening method and educational materials, collaborating with other health boards. This applies only to providers who perform direct patient care, excluding those in non-clinical roles. The law becomes effective November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates annual mental health screenings for providers, enhancing early detection and access to mental health services per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Mental Health Primary Care

Track

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SB 1040: Practice of alcohol and drug counseling; removing certain limitation on appointees to the Oklahoma Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors. Effective date.

SB 1040 amends Oklahoma law to update the appointment process for the Oklahoma Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors. It removes an outdated requirement that five of six counselor members must have secured licensure by January 1, 2005, and instead mandates that at appointment, five members must be licensed counselors and one must be certified. The bill requires the Governor to appoint four members from a list provided by the Oklahoma Drug and Alcohol Professional Counselors Association, one from the Oklahoma Substance Abuse Services Alliance, and one from the Oklahoma Citizen Advocates for Recovery and Treatment Association. This change takes effect November 1, 2025, and affects how the board is composed, directly impacting the selection process for state-level alcohol and drug counseling oversight.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUpdates licensing requirements for mental health counselors, ensuring board expertise in substance abuse counseling services, directly supporting mental health service quality and regulation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Substance Abuse

Track

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 23, 2026

SB 1305: Medical marijuana; allowing approval of third-party vendor; requiring approval or denial within time frame; providing vendor requirements. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1305 allows Oklahoma's Medical Marijuana Authority to contract with third-party vendors to handle employee credentialing for medical marijuana businesses. The bill requires the Authority to approve or deny vendor applications within 30 days and sets strict vendor requirements, including IRS 501(c)(3) status and training plans covering state laws, patient privacy, and safe handling. Employees must complete annual training (minimum one hour per topic) on these subjects to maintain credentials. The law affects all medical marijuana business employees and businesses requiring credentialing, effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates medical marijuana vendor training to protect patient privacy and ensure safe access, advancing healthcare service standards.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates annual safety training on handling, privacy, and state laws for medical marijuana employees, directly improving workplace safety standards within the industry.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

Track

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 23, 2025

HB 2051: Practice of medicine; creating the Supervised Physicians Act; limiting scope of supervised practice; directing specified Boards to promulgate certain rules; requiring collaborative practice arrangements; creating certain exemptions; effective date.

HB 2051 creates Oklahoma's "Supervised Physicians Act," establishing a temporary pathway for medical school graduates to practice under supervision. It directly affects Oklahoma medical school graduates who have passed required exams but lack full licensure, requiring them to enter a collaborative practice arrangement with a fully licensed Oklahoma supervising physician who meets specialty qualifications. Key provisions include a two-year temporary license (non-renewable), mandatory identification as a "supervised physician" via name tags/lab coats, and prohibitions against independent practice without the approved arrangement. The bill does not create a full licensure alternative but sets specific rules for this supervised practice period, with oversight by the State Board of Medical Licensure.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates supervised practice pathway for medical graduates, enabling expanded healthcare access through temporary licensure under supervision95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

Track

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 2634: Professions and occupations; Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Act of 2025; effective date.

HB 2634 allows licensed chiropractors in Oklahoma with injectable certification to administer three specific emergency medications - epinephrine for severe allergic reactions, Benadryl for allergic reactions, and naloxone for opioid overdoses - only during life-threatening emergencies requiring immediate action. It requires chiropractors to complete 8 hours of initial training (including CPR/BLS) and renew every two years with 6 hours of additional training. All chiropractors must maintain current BLS/CPR certification (obtained within six months of licensure and renewed regularly) and document all emergency medication use in patient records, reporting incidents to the state board within 72 hours. This bill amends Oklahoma’s chiropractic practice act to expand emergency response capabilities while maintaining strict safety protocols and accountability.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands emergency medication access for chiropractors, improving patient access to life-saving treatments during critical incidents without restricting coverage or funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Substance Abuse

Track