State Bills: Oklahoma

Oklahoma SB1651 State Board Medical Licensure physicians allied health

Oklahoma SB1651 State Board Medical Licensure physicians allied health

Oklahoma Behavioral Health Vacancy Registry Act

The Oklahoma State Legislature passed SB1794, the Behavioral Health Vacancy Registry Act, creating a mandatory registry for behavioral health workforce vacancies and reporting requirements. Sponsored by Senators Stanley and Kirt with Representative Roe as principal House author, the bill passed the Senate 35-6 and House Public Health Committee 5-0. State agencies and behavioral health providers will be required to report vacancy data under this new law.

Oklahoma SB1849 modifies podiatry license renewal requirements

Oklahoma SB1849 modifies podiatry license renewal requirements

Oil and Gas Voluntary Elections

Oklahoma Legislature passed SB1976, authorizing certain oil and gas operators to make voluntary elections under state law. The emergency legislation passed the Senate 46-1 and received unanimous House committee approval before reaching the Governor's desk.

Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act Modifications

Oklahoma SB1984 passed on April 1, 2026, amending the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act. Sponsored by Senator John Haste and Representative Carl Newton, the bill modifies various provisions governing the practice of osteopathic medicine including licensing, scope of practice, and professional standards. Healthcare providers and facilities utilizing osteopathic physicians should review updated compliance requirements.