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OK SB1504

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carri Hicks

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Transfers authority to appoint and set compensation for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority Administrator from the Governor to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority Board

  • Removes the requirement for Senate confirmation of the Administrator appointment and eliminates the Legislature's ability to remove the Administrator by two-thirds vote

  • Requires the Board to submit administrative policies and annual business plans electronically by January 1 each year to the Governor, Senate President Pro Tempore, and House Speaker

  • Maintains the 9-member Board structure with 5 gubernatorial appointees, 2 appointed by the House Speaker, and 2 appointed by the Senate President Pro Tempore

  • Effective date is November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Oklahoma Health Care Authority; modifying appointing authority of the Administrator of the Authority. Effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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