Senate Bill 1613 Summary

• Amends 10A O.S. 2011, Section 1-7-102 regarding the Department of Human Services' responsibility for deprived children committed to its custody.

• Changes language in the statute from "such children" to "these children" for purposes of clarification in providing care pursuant to Chapter IX of the statute.

• Establishes an effective date of November 1, 2012 for the amendments.