Bill > HB2108

This bill updates the Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act by transferring administrative responsibilities from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. The bill systematically changes references throughout the state law, replacing mentions of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority and updating related terminology. Key changes include modifying the leadership structure, transferring administrative duties for state employee insurance plans, and ensuring continuity of benefits for state employees, retirees, and other eligible groups. The bill introduces the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority as the primary administrative leader, replaces references to the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, and maintains the existing framework of health, dental, and life insurance benefits for state employees and certain other qualifying groups. The changes appear to be primarily administrative in nature, designed to streamline and potentially improve the management of state employee insurance programs. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing ample time for a smooth transition of administrative responsibilities.

Government Affairs, Labor and Employment

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2108&Session=2600