Healthcare

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 7, 2026

HB 2834: Medicaid; Oklahoma Health Care Authority; coverage; Medicaid programs without therapy benefits.

HB 2834 requires Oklahoma's Medicaid program to cover 96% of Medicare's payment rates for in-home physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. This directly affects Oklahoma Medicaid recipients needing these specific therapies by ensuring providers receive a standardized reimbursement rate. The bill sets a new reimbursement standard for these services, effective July 1, 2025, rather than expanding eligibility. It passed the Oklahoma House of Representatives with 64-25 support but did not secure emergency status.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates 96% of Medicare rates for therapy reimbursements, improving provider participation and patient access to essential services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 3130: Gender transition procedures; health services for minors; definition; referrals and aiding and abetting; punitive damages; exempting immunity protection for employees in certain actions; emergency.

HB 3130 prohibits Oklahoma state agencies, contractors, and public institutions from using state funds for gender transition procedures for minors, including allocation, referral, or contracting with providers offering such care. It also protects parents' rights by stating that withholding consent for gender transition procedures does not constitute child abuse or grounds for losing custody. The bill amends medical licensure laws to classify aiding or abetting gender transition procedures as unprofessional conduct, subjecting medical professionals to disciplinary action by licensing boards. These provisions apply directly to state-funded healthcare providers, minors receiving medical care, and licensed physicians or medical staff.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts state funding for gender transition procedures for minors, defunding a specific healthcare service under medical licensure amendments.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 3342: Medicaid audits; Oklahoma Medicaid Audit Bill of Rights Act; terms; protections for health care providers; advance notice; specialty appropriate audit; limiting scope; no allowance of extrapolation; appeals process; effective date.

HB 3342, the "Oklahoma Medicaid Audit Bill of Rights Act," establishes new rules for Medicaid audits of healthcare providers. It requires auditors to provide at least one week's notice before an audit, limits audit scope to 50 claims or 0.25% of a provider's billed claims (whichever is greater), bans the use of extrapolation to calculate overpayments, and mandates that audits involving clinical judgment be conducted by specialists in the same field. The bill also guarantees providers 60 days to respond to audit findings, prohibits recoupment for simple clerical errors, and requires clear appeals processes. These changes directly protect healthcare providers who bill Oklahoma's Medicaid program by making audit procedures more transparent and fair.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects healthcare providers via advance notice, scope limits, and bans extrapolation in Medicaid audits, preventing unfair penalties and maintaining access to Medicaid services.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 3266: Reckless driving; D2 felony offenses; making certain acts unlawful; effective date.

HB 3266 amends Oklahoma law to expand the definition of Class D2 felony offenses, adding 22 specific violations including reckless driving that causes a collision (Section 11-901, item 10). It also includes multiple abortion-related offenses such as performing abortions after the first trimester, violating pain-awareness laws, and conducting abortions on minors without consent (items 11-19). The bill specifies penalties: Class D2 felons face up to 2 years in prison (with 20% mandatory service), increasing to 5-10 years for repeat offenders. It exempts certain offenses (like abortion violations) from these penalties, instead applying existing statutes. This bill directly affects individuals convicted of these specific offenses under Oklahoma Statutes.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands felony offenses (reckless driving, abortion violations), increasing criminalization and mandatory sentences per bill text.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill criminalizes post-first-trimester abortions and related procedures, directly restricting reproductive healthcare access per its abortion-related felony offenses.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 4285: Perinatal health; Perinatal Quality Improvement Revolving Fund; purpose; effective date.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state-funded revolving fund using treasury appropriations to support maternal health program, directly allocating budget resources for public health initiative.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates dedicated fund for maternal/infant health outcomes using state/federal funds and research collaboration, directly advancing public health program funding and safety.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Oklahoma · House Mar 26, 2026

HB 4490: Maternal care; Oklahoma Families Thriving Everywhere Now (OFTEN) Revolving Fund; appropriations; effective date.

HB 4490 creates the Oklahoma Families Thriving Everywhere Now (OFTEN) program through the Oklahoma State Department of Health, using $3 million in state funds for the 2027 fiscal year. The program provides telecare support, community outreach, and care coordination for women with high-risk pregnancies and parents of children under three, aiming to promote healthy childbirth, stable family formation, and economic self-sufficiency. Services include referrals, case management, and parenting assistance delivered by Oklahoma-based community providers. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and includes an emergency declaration to accelerate implementation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $3M state funds for maternal care program, advancing public health funding under Budget & Taxes95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $3M for maternal care program including telehealth and case management, expanding access to high-risk pregnancy services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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signed · Oklahoma · House Mar 2, 2026

HB 2786: Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; making an appropriation; source; amount; purpose; emergency.

This bill authorizes an emergency appropriation of approximately $19.66 million to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. The funds must come from the Rate Preservation Fund in the State Treasury and are designated specifically for Title XIX services, which are Medicaid-funded mental health and substance abuse programs. The legislation includes an emergency provision, allowing the funding to take effect immediately upon the governor's approval without waiting for the regular budget cycle. This action provides direct financial resources to the state agency responsible for administering mental health and substance abuse services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency appropriation of $19.66M to fund mental health and substance abuse services through Medicaid, directly increasing government spending on essential public programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides emergency funding of $19.66M for mental health and substance abuse services under Medicaid, directly advancing healthcare access and program strength.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

vetoed · Oklahoma · Senate Jun 15, 2025

SB 207: Public health; establishing the Oklahoma Rare Disease Advisory Council; modifying requirements relating to newborn screening program. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 207 establishes the Oklahoma Rare Disease Advisory Council within the State Department of Health to address the needs of Oklahomans living with rare diseases (defined as conditions affecting fewer than 200,000 people nationally). The Council, composed of 13 diverse members including patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, researchers, and industry representatives, will conduct public hearings, develop policy recommendations, and create emergency care protocols to improve access to specialists, diagnostics, and equitable treatment. The bill also modifies Oklahoma’s newborn screening program to require an educational initiative for treatable genetic disorders, aiming to prevent intellectual disabilities and reduce infant mortality through early intervention. This legislation directly affects rare disease patients, their families, healthcare providers, and state agencies responsible for public health programs in Oklahoma.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes Oklahoma Rare Disease Advisory Council to improve patient access through policy recommendations and emergency care protocols for rare disease patients.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate Jun 11, 2025

SB 1039: Medical marijuana license; modifying grounds for certain denials; notice; fees. Effective date.

SB 1039 modifies Oklahoma's medical marijuana licensing system. It establishes a new Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to process applications, sets a $100 biannual fee (or $20 for Medicaid/Medicare/SoonerCare users) for patient licenses, and creates three license types: standard two-year licenses, 60-day short-term licenses for patients with limited physician recommendations, and 30-day temporary licenses for out-of-state patients from regulated states. The bill requires the Authority to review applications within 14 business days and provide written denial reasons, while also creating caregiver licenses for homebound patients with specific limits. This law directly affects Oklahoma residents seeking medical marijuana access, out-of-state visitors with valid programs, and caregivers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareModifies medical marijuana licensing to improve patient access with reduced fees for Medicaid/Medicare users and temporary licenses for out-of-state patients, expanding healthcare service availability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

vetoed · Oklahoma · House May 30, 2025

HB 2645: Revenue and taxation; practice of medicine; tax credit; time period; effective date.

HB 2645 creates a tax credit for qualifying doctors practicing medicine in rural Oklahoma, directly affecting licensed physicians who meet specific residency and education criteria. The credit, capped at $20,000 per year per doctor, applies to taxable income from medical practice in designated rural areas (population under 25,000 and at least 25 miles from larger cities). The bill includes an annual $1 million total credit limit, with adjustments to prevent exceeding this cap. The bill was pocket-vetoed by the governor on June 15, 2025, and never became law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for rural doctors, reducing taxable income and incentivizing medical practice in underserved areas, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides tax credit to attract doctors to rural areas, improving healthcare access for underserved populations and directly supporting medical professionals in healthcare delivery.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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