Health care; creating the Oklahoma Medical Freedom Act; prohibiting certain discrimination; granting certain protections; creating certain cause of action. Emergency.
SB 943, the Oklahoma Medical Freedom Act, protects Oklahomans' right to refuse medical treatments, vaccines, or procedures without discrimination in employment, public accommodations, or legal rights. It prohibits healthcare licensing boards from disciplining professionals who voice concerns about mandates, advocate for patient autonomy, or report unethical practices. The bill creates a legal cause of action for healthcare workers facing retaliation, allowing them to seek injunctive relief, damages, and expedited court review. It directly affects Oklahoma residents exercising medical choices and healthcare professionals speaking out against coercive policies.
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Introduction
Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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