Healthcare

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 4124: Ivermectin; defining term; allowing ivermectin to be sold or purchased without prescription; immunity for pharmacy; effective date.

HB 4124 allows Oklahoma pharmacists to dispense ivermectin to patients without a prescription, following state pharmacy board protocols. Pharmacists would be protected from legal liability when dispensing ivermectin per these protocols. The Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy would create specific rules for implementation, including patient instructions. The law would take effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables pharmacist dispensing of ivermectin without prescription, directly improving patient access to medication per pharmacy protocols.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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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

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 4421: Children; Leo's Law; abuse and neglect; safety analysis; drug screening; Department of Human Services; law enforcement agency; rules; court; providing exception; Child Welfare Fentanyl Testing Revolving Fund; purpose; annual audit; annual report; child endangerment; definition; fines and penalties; defense; codification; effective date.

HB 4421 requires Oklahoma's Department of Human Services (DHS) to conduct a safety analysis within 24 hours when a child is suspected of being "drug-endangered" (e.g., due to fentanyl exposure or substance use by caregivers). It mandates drug screening - including mandatory fentanyl testing - for parents or caregivers when substance use is suspected, and allows DHS to seek court orders if consent is refused. The bill also creates a "Child Welfare Fentanyl Testing Revolving Fund" to cover testing costs and requires DHS to refer certain abuse/neglect cases to law enforcement. These provisions directly affect children in welfare cases, their caregivers, DHS staff, and local law enforcement agencies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates Child Welfare Fentanyl Testing Revolving Fund for mandatory drug screening, directly supporting public health program addressing opioid crisis in child welfare context.90% confidence

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2964: Medical records; access to medical records, copies, waiver of privilege, and exception for inmates when threat to safety or security of self or institution; fee requirement; effective date.

HB 2964 allows Oklahoma patients to access their medical records and receive copies for specific, standardized fees. Patients pay 50 cents per page for standard copies, $15 for x-rays, and $20 for digital media, while excluding psychiatric records from these rules (which follow separate state law). Correctional facilities may withhold inmate medical records if release threatens safety or security. The bill also requires waiver of medical privilege in personal injury cases where a patient’s health history is relevant to the claim.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStandardizes low fees for patient record access, removing financial barriers to healthcare information retrieval while excluding psychiatric records under existing law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 1436: Hospitals; imposing certain duties on hospital in cases of fetal death or miscarriage; requiring State Department of Health to publish certain form. Effective date.

This bill requires Oklahoma hospitals to provide patients experiencing fetal death or miscarriage with a form explaining how to request official certificates (fetal death or stillbirth birth certificates) before discharge. Hospitals must also verbally inform patients about these certificate options. The State Department of Health must create and publish this standardized form online, including clear instructions and contact details for vital records. The law takes effect November 1, 2026, directly affecting hospitals and patients in Oklahoma facing these medical circumstances.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires hospitals to inform patients about fetal death certificate options, protecting patient rights in healthcare access and post-event support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3317: Medical marijuana; modifying patient license fee for certain persons; effective date.

HB 3317 modifies Oklahoma's medical marijuana patient license fees, reducing the biannual fee from $100 to $20 for eligible low-income residents enrolled in Medicaid, Medicare, or SoonerCare. The bill directly affects qualifying Oklahoma residents seeking medical marijuana patient licenses by lowering their cost of participation. Key provisions include establishing a new discounted fee tier, creating short-term licenses (60 days) for those with temporary physician recommendations, and temporary licenses (30 days) for out-of-state patients from regulated programs. The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority must implement these changes within 60 days of the bill's passage, including website applications and license validation systems.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReduces medical marijuana license fees for low-income Medicaid/Medicare/SoonerCare recipients, improving access to healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3364: Mental health; Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Audits and Oversight Act of 2026; effective date.

HB 3364 creates the "Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Audits and Oversight Act of 2026," establishing a new framework for oversight of the state's mental health and substance abuse services. The bill names the act and sets its effective date as November 1, 2026, but does not detail specific audit procedures or oversight mechanisms in the provided text. It directly affects the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse by requiring future implementation of this oversight structure. As a procedural bill naming the act and effective date, it does not describe concrete policy changes or affected populations beyond establishing the framework.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates oversight framework for mental health services, intended to strengthen accountability and quality of care in state mental health programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 1953: Health insurance; creating the Employer Health Plan Transparency Act; prohibiting certain health plan from entering certain contracts; prohibiting certain contract provisions; requiring issuer to adhere to certain privacy regulations; establishing civil penalties. Effective date.

SB 1953, the Employer Health Plan Transparency Act, requires group health plans and public employee health plans in Oklahoma to ensure contracts with health insurers and service providers include full access to medical records, billing details, and payment documentation. It prohibits contracts from limiting information sharing about patient care or costs, mandates HIPAA-compliant disclosures, and requires itemized cost breakdowns for covered services. This directly affects employers offering health benefits, insurers, and healthcare providers by standardizing data access and transparency in coverage arrangements. The law aims to improve clarity for plan participants regarding medical expenses and service coverage under Oklahoma's health insurance framework.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires transparency in health insurance contracts, mandates itemized costs and full access to medical records, enhancing patient access and rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 3887: Professions and occupations; medical professionals; referrals; thirty-day period; effective date.

HB 3887 removes a 30-day limit requiring physical therapists to obtain a doctor's referral for patient care in Oklahoma. It allows physical therapists (including those working directly for employers) to provide treatment without a referral for up to 30 days, after which a referral from a physician, dentist, chiropractor, podiatrist, or advanced nurse is required. The bill specifically exempts care for children under federal education laws (IDEA/Section 504) and allows physical therapists to offer wellness/prevention services without referrals. It does not change requirements for students, federal employees, or prevent physical therapists from performing screening or educational services. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves 30-day referral requirement for physical therapists, improving patient access to care without unnecessary delays.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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signed · Oklahoma · House May 7, 2026

HB 4430: Medical malpractice; Physician Assistant Act requirements; Advanced Practice Registered Nurse malpractice insurance requirements; compliance; effective date.

HB 4430 changes Oklahoma's rules for physician assistants (PAs) by allowing those with 6,240+ hours of postgraduate clinical experience to practice without physician supervision. PAs meeting this threshold must report their hours to the State Board online (no fee), and the Board will maintain a public list of qualifying PAs. PAs with fewer hours or unreported experience must maintain practice agreements with physicians, including telecommunication requirements and regular reviews. The bill also clarifies prescription authority: experienced PAs can prescribe without delegation, while supervised PAs must follow their physician's delegated protocols, especially for controlled substances.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands PA practice autonomy for experienced providers, improving access to care without physician oversight, aligning with patient access indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce