Healthcare

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.

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.

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.