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OK HB3448

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jonathan Wilk

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Group homes must maintain general liability insurance coverage of at least $100,000 per occurrence for damage to off-site personal property while a child is in their care

  • Department of Human Services must create a standard form to be signed annually by a licensed insurance agent confirming the group home has valid coverage meeting the $100,000 minimum requirement

  • Group homes must maintain the insurance verification form and keep the insurance policy active at all times

  • Prevailing party in civil actions for off-site property damage occurring while a child is in group home care is entitled to attorney fees and costs

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Children and Juvenile Code; group homes; liability insurance coverage; Department of Human Service to promulgate rules; annual form; insurance policy or contract maintained at all times; effective date.

Last Action

First Reading

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Children, Youth, and Family Services2/11/2026
Health and Human Services Oversight2/11/2026
Rules2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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