Rep. Preston Stinson

Maddy summarySB 1064 requires health insurance plans in Oklahoma to use evidence-based clinical guidelines when creating step therapy protocols (which dictate the order of medications covered for a condition). It mandates that insurers provide a clear, accessible process for patients and doctors to request exceptions to these protocols, including a 72-hour response deadline (24 hours for emergencies), with exceptions automatically approved if deadlines are missed. The bill specifies five medical justifications for granting exceptions, such as drug ineffectiveness, adverse reactions, or prior successful use of a medication. This directly affects insurers, healthcare providers, and patients seeking coverage for specific prescription drugs under step therapy.

Maddy summaryHB 2063 amends Oklahoma's Nursing Practice Act to clarify and restrict the use of specific nursing titles. It defines Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and their four specialty roles (Certified Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Nurse-Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist), explicitly stating only licensed individuals may use these titles or abbreviations (e.g., "CNP," "APRN"). Unauthorized use of these titles is punishable by a misdemeanor fine ($100-$1,000) or up to one year in jail. This directly affects nursing professionals and others who might use these titles without proper licensure.

Maddy summaryHB 2063 amends Oklahoma's Nursing Practice Act to clarify definitions and restrict the use of specific nursing titles. The bill explicitly states that only licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) may use the title "Advanced Practice Registered Nurse" or its abbreviation "APRN," along with specialty titles like "Certified Nurse Practitioner" (CNP) or "Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist" (CRNA). Unauthorized use of these titles or abbreviations is defined as a misdemeanor punishable by fines up to $1,000 or up to one year in jail per offense. This directly affects nurses, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals seeking to use these licensed designations. The bill focuses on standardizing title usage to ensure public safety and professional accountability under Oklahoma law.

Maddy summarySB 815 requires courts to automatically seal all records in eviction cases (forcible entry and detainer proceedings) under specific conditions. If a case is dismissed or the defendant wins, records must be sealed immediately; if the plaintiff wins, records must be sealed two years after the judgment. Sealed records cannot appear in public databases, be sold, or shared with third parties, and are only accessible to the person involved, their attorney, or the court. This applies to all case documents, including complaints, pleadings, and court orders, ensuring privacy for individuals involved in these housing-related legal matters.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Oklahoma courts to seal all records in eviction cases (forcible entry and detainer proceedings) under specific conditions. If a case is dismissed before judgment or decided in favor of the tenant (defendant), records must be sealed immediately. For cases decided in favor of the landlord (plaintiff), records must be sealed two years after the judgment. Sealed records are removed from public databases and cannot be sold or shared with third parties, with access limited only to the affected person, their attorney, the court, or court clerks. The law applies to all case-related documents, including complaints and court orders.

Maddy summaryHB 2060, the Oklahoma Public Health and Safety Reform Act of 2025, is a procedural bill that establishes the official name and citation for a future public health and safety reform initiative. The legislation does not create new policies or regulations but instead provides the legal framework for referencing the act in future legal documents. It will become effective on November 1, 2025, and is not intended to change any existing laws or programs at this time.

Maddy summaryHB 2062 is a procedural bill that names the "Oklahoma Professions and Occupations Reform Act of 2025" and sets its effective date as November 1, 2025. It contains no substantive policy changes or provisions affecting professions, occupations, or specific groups. The bill is noncodified, meaning it will not be added to the Oklahoma Statutes. As a naming and effective date measure, it does not alter existing laws or directly impact any stakeholders.

Maddy summarySB 1060 requires Oklahoma dental benefit plans to spend a minimum percentage of premium revenue on actual dental care (80% for large groups, 75% for individuals/small groups) instead of administrative costs. If plans fail to meet these thresholds, they must issue annual rebates to enrollees by August 1st of the following year. The bill mandates annual reporting to the Insurance Department, including detailed MLR calculations, and exempts Medicaid and state-sponsored plans. It establishes specific formulas for calculating "earned premium" and "medical loss ratio" to ensure transparency and accountability in dental plan spending.

Maddy summaryHB 2065 requires Oklahoma Medicaid to reimburse healthcare providers for multiplex respiratory PCR testing (using CPT codes 87636 and 87637) when testing symptomatic patients in emergency rooms or urgent care settings. This bill directly affects hospitals and clinics participating in Oklahoma Medicaid by mandating coverage for tests that detect multiple respiratory viruses simultaneously, including COVID-19, influenza A/B, and RSV. The reimbursement applies to tests aligned with clinical best practices for diagnosing acute respiratory illnesses. The bill takes effect on November 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 2054 modifies Oklahoma's criminal expungement rules to expand eligibility for sealing criminal records. It adds specific qualifying categories, such as cases involving DNA exoneration, dismissed charges after deferred sentences, and nonviolent felony dismissals following successful completion of programs. The bill also establishes a key new provision: beginning three years after its effective date (subject to funding), individuals with "clean slate eligible" cases - like those with dismissed charges, misdemeanor convictions under $500 fines, or certain nonviolent felony dismissals - will automatically qualify for record sealing. This affects Oklahomans with specific conviction types, dismissed charges, or completed diversion programs who meet the time-based requirements. The changes aim to streamline record sealing for eligible individuals without requiring them to file motions.