Bill > HB2295

This bill establishes two key provisions for public trust hospitals in Oklahoma with populations under 30,000 residents. First, it prohibits transferring a hospital's license to an address more than 15 miles away from its current location. If a hospital announces closure, a mediation process is required involving three mediators who will help determine the hospital's sales price and potential transfer to the beneficiary municipality. The bill also requires trustees to certify they have not made any agreements with prospective owners that could result in personal financial gain. Additionally, the bill mandates that all public trust hospital trustees complete a trustee education program within 90 days of appointment, leading to certification as a Certified Hospital Trustee by a statewide hospital organization approved by the State Department of Health. This requirement aims to improve governance and expertise among hospital trustees. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and provides detailed guidelines for the potential sale, transfer, and management of public trust hospitals in smaller Oklahoma communities.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2295&Session=2600