Rep. Jeff Boatman

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Oklahoma's sales tax laws to provide specific exemptions for certain nonprofit organizations and public entities. It clarifies and expands the list of groups that can sell goods or services without paying sales tax, including churches, accredited schools, and various state agencies involved in public construction projects. The legislation also outlines strict requirements for these entities to qualify, such as ensuring sales are not conducted for profit and that proceeds are used for charitable or educational purposes. Additionally, it establishes penalties for individuals who falsely certify that purchases are made on behalf of exempt government agencies.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the deadline for post-adjudication review boards in Oklahoma from the year 2028 to 2026. The change directly affects the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth and the administrative timelines for reviewing cases involving children in the juvenile justice system. By amending the specific date in the law, the legislation shortens the period during which these reviews can occur, ensuring the process concludes two years earlier than originally planned.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to create a program allowing family members of Medicaid recipients to serve as recognized caregivers. Under the new rules, these family members would be supervised by registered nurses and could provide skilled care tasks through licensed home care agencies. The program requires approved family caregivers to pass background checks and complete training standards set by the State Board of Health. Home care agencies would receive reimbursement from the state for services provided by these recognized family members. The legislation also updates existing definitions in the Home Care Act to clarify who is excluded from this specific family caregiver program.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes two revolving funds to support mental health workforce development at the Oklahoma State University Medical Authority and the University Hospitals Authority. The funds will finance a pilot program aimed at recruiting and retaining behavioral health professionals through initiatives such as creating new treatment beds, renovating facilities, offering scholarships for social work and nursing students, and providing relocation assistance for out-of-state staff. Additionally, the legislation requires these organizations to submit a report to the legislature after the first year detailing the number of professionals recruited or retained and the program's overall benefits.