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OK SB1505
Bill
AI Summary
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Restores governance powers to the State Board of Health that were transferred to the State Commissioner of Health effective January 14, 2019
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Shifts appointment authority for the State Commissioner of Health from the Governor to the State Board of Health, with the Commissioner serving at the pleasure of the Board
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Grants the Board authority to adopt rules and standards, establish divisions and positions within the Department, and fix the Commissioner's compensation
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State Board of Health consists of nine members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate for nine-year terms, with geographic residency requirements across Oklahoma regions
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Effective date: November 1, 2026
Legislative Description
State Department of Health; modifying appointing authority of State Commissioner of Health; restoring certain powers to the State Board of Health. Effective date.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
2/3/2026