Rep. Cindy Roe

Primary SB 1742

Passed · Oklahoma Senate · Lead sponsor

Health benefit plans; requiring reimbursement of certain one-year prescriptions subject to certain requirements. Effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends an existing law to clarify that health benefit plans are not required to cover contraceptive drugs intended for non-routine use. The change specifically adds a provision stating that coverage is only mandatory for contraceptives used regularly or routinely. This amendment directly affects health insurance plans and their policies regarding contraception coverage. By adding this exception, the bill ensures that plans do not have to pay for contraceptives used for purposes other than regular birth control.

Passed May 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 3332

Passed · Oklahoma House · Lead sponsor

Motor vehicles; modifying definition of military surplus vehicles; effective date.

Maddy summaryThis Oklahoma bill updates the legal definition of military surplus vehicles to allow more vehicles to be registered for civilian use. Under the new rules, a vehicle qualifies as military surplus if it has three axles or fewer, is under 35 years old, was originally made for the U.S. military or an NATO country, includes required safety belts, and has standard equipment. Owners must still register these vehicles and cannot use them to transport passengers for a fee. The changes take effect on November 1, 2024.

Passed May 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 1491

Signed into law · Oklahoma Senate · Lead sponsor

Sexually transmitted infections; authorizing provision of expedited partner therapy under certain conditions; providing certain protections. Effective date.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes health care providers in Oklahoma to prescribe medication to a sexual partner without examining them, a practice known as expedited partner therapy, specifically when the partner is unlikely or unable to visit a clinic. The law requires that this treatment be accompanied by counseling and written materials containing safety warnings, dosage instructions, and information about preventing future infections. To encourage use of the new option, the bill shields doctors and pharmacists from civil lawsuits or disciplinary action if they act in good faith, except in cases of gross negligence. Additionally, the legislation updates existing legal definitions regarding sexually transmitted infections and removes a previous prohibition on non-physicians treating these conditions.

Signed into law May 28, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 3331

Failed · Oklahoma House · Lead sponsor

Tobacco and vapor products; Prevention of Youth Access to Tobacco Act; fines to include store owner when sold to a minor; effective date.

Maddy summaryHB 3331 creates the Oklahoma Vaping Licensing Reform Act of 2024 to regulate the sale of vapor products in the state. The bill establishes a new licensing system for businesses selling vaping items and sets specific rules for their operation. It also includes provisions for fines that hold store owners accountable when minors purchase tobacco or vapor products. The law is scheduled to take effect on November 1, 2024.

Failed May 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 1046

Passed · Oklahoma House · Lead sponsor

A Resolution recognizing May 6 through May 12 as National Nurses Week; celebrating the impact of nurses in Oklahoma.

Maddy summaryThis resolution officially recognizes May 6 through May 12 as National Nurses Week in Oklahoma to honor the contributions of nurses in the state's healthcare system. It encourages citizens to observe the week by acknowledging the vital roles nurses play in patient care, public health education, and emergency response. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation rather than establishing new laws or funding.

Passed May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 2152

Signed into law · Oklahoma House · Lead sponsor

Maternal mortality; modifying membership of the Maternal Mortality Review Committee; requiring hospital or birthing center to report certain deaths to the Chief Medical Examiner Office; broadening types of deaths to be investigated; production of records; effective date.

Signed into law May 6, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 707

Signed into law · Oklahoma Senate · Lead sponsor

Public health and safety; modifying provisions related to death certificates; requiring Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to make certain disclosure. Effective date.

Signed into law May 1, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 3330

Signed into law · Oklahoma House · Lead sponsor

Mental health; definitions; application information; behavioral health professionals; renewal information; promulgation of rules; annual reports; Legislature; effective date.

Signed into law Apr 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 3327

Signed into law · Oklahoma House · Lead sponsor

Schools; authorizing certain health professionals to download student glucose monitoring numbers with written permission; effective date; emergency.

Signed into law Apr 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 1708

Signed into law · Oklahoma Senate · Lead sponsor

Public health; increasing membership of the Advancement of Wellness Advisory Council. Effective date.

Signed into law Apr 24, 2024 0 co-sponsors