HB 2755 modifies Oklahoma's tax credit system for donations to biomedical and cancer research institutes. It sets annual spending limits: $1.5 million for biomedical research donations and $500,000 for cancer research donations starting in 2026 (down from a combined $2 million limit before). The bill defines qualifying organizations by requiring significant federal research funding ($20 million annually for biomedical institutes, $4 million for cancer institutes) and caps individual credits based on filing status (e.g., up to $25,000 for business donors). Taxpayers can carry unused credits forward for up to four years, and the credit cannot exceed their annual tax liability. The changes take effect November 1, 2025.
HB 2092 requires Oklahoma public, charter, and private schools meeting specific poverty thresholds to participate in the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for school meals. Schools with at least 25% "identified students" (children in programs like SNAP, TANF, or homeless programs) must join CEP, which provides free meals to all students without individual applications. School districts must group schools to maximize eligibility, though schools already offering universal free meals are exempt. The law takes effect July 1, 2025, aligning Oklahoma with the federal Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.
SB 1184 allocates $100,000 from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the Department of Human Services for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The funds are intended to support the department's existing legal duties, not to create new programs or services. The bill includes an emergency declaration, requiring immediate passage to address urgent needs affecting public health and safety. This is a straightforward funding measure with no new policy provisions.
HB 1831 creates Oklahoma's first formal certification system for community health workers, establishing voluntary certification through the State Department of Health. It defines key terms, sets eligibility (Oklahoma residency, 18+ years old, U.S. residency, and 1,000 hours work experience option), and requires the Department to set standards, exams, and fees. The law specifically enables certified workers to serve as health liaisons, identify service gaps, and build community health capacity - while also authorizing partnerships with faith-based organizations for outreach. The certification becomes effective November 1, 2025, and does not require mandatory certification for workers.
HB 1912, the "Corn Masa Nutrition Enhancement Act," requires corn masa flour and wet corn masa products sold in Oklahoma to contain specific folic acid levels starting January 1, 2026: 0.7 mg per pound for corn masa flour and 0.4 mg per pound for wet corn masa products. Manufacturers must also label these products to declare folic acid content per federal standards and specify whether they contain corn masa flour or were made via wet corn masa processing. The law exempts cottage food operations, food facilities, and small-volume operators from these requirements, and explicitly excludes snack foods (like chips) from the rules. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2025, with compliance beginning January 1, 2026.
HB 4407 creates the "Options Counseling for Long-term Care Revolving Fund" within Oklahoma's State Treasury to provide free long-term care planning assistance. The fund, financed by state/federal appropriations, donations, and grants, will allow the Oklahoma Department of Human Services to offer in-person or phone counseling about long-term care options to individuals or their representatives. Money from the fund can be spent without annual budget restrictions, with expenditures requiring standard state approval processes. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and is classified as an emergency measure.
SB 1943 prohibits Oklahoma insurers from cutting payments for anesthesia services solely because a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provided the care. This directly affects CRNAs and insurance companies by preventing payment reductions based on the provider's role. The bill requires insurers to pay the same rate for anesthesia services whether a CRNA or another qualified provider administers them. It becomes effective November 1, 2026, and is codified in Oklahoma Statutes.
SB 28 requires Oklahoma school districts to provide free meals to students from households with annual income below 250% of the federal poverty level during the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. It directly affects low-income students in public schools by expanding free meal eligibility beyond current federal standards. The bill mandates state funding apportionment through the State Board of Education to cover these meal costs. It takes effect July 1, 2025, and was declared an emergency to ensure immediate implementation.
HB 4285 creates a dedicated revolving fund called the "Perinatal Quality Improvement Revolving Fund" within Oklahoma's State Treasury. The fund will receive state and federal appropriations, donations, and grants to support the Oklahoma Department of Health in reducing preventable maternal and infant deaths and health complications. It allows the Department to collaborate with research groups across Oklahoma to improve maternal safety and health outcomes using these pooled resources. The fund is designed as a continuous funding source, not limited to annual budgets, to sustain long-term quality improvement efforts in perinatal care. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.
HB 4431 requires Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in Oklahoma, or their employers, to carry malpractice insurance covering $1 million per incident and $3 million annually. This applies to APRNs practicing outside federal or state employment where coverage is already provided under federal insurance or Oklahoma's Governmental Tort Claims Act. The law exempts APRNs working for federal agencies (covered by federal insurance) or state agencies (covered under Tort Claims Act) during their official duties. It takes effect November 1, 2026, directly affecting APRNs who provide care outside these exempted employment settings.
