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OK HB2964

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rick West

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma law (76 O.S. 2021, Section 19) to change medical records copy fees from mandatory fixed charges to discretionary maximum limits that providers "may" charge rather than "shall" charge

  • Sets maximum allowable fees: up to $0.50 per page for paper copies, up to $0.30 per page for electronic records, up to $20 base fee for attorney/insurance/subpoena requests, and up to $15 for certification/affidavit

  • Caps total charges for electronically stored and delivered medical records at $200 plus postage or delivery fee

  • Limits X-ray and image fees to up to $15 for printed copies or up to $20 per CD/DVD or other electronic media

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Medical records; access to medical records, copies, waiver of privilege, and exception for inmates when threat to safety or security of self or institution; fee requirement; discretionary; effective date.

Last Action

First Reading

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Health2/3/2026
Health and Human Services Oversight2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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