Bill > SB1141

This bill allocates specific portions of funds appropriated to the Oklahoma State Department of Health for three distinct purposes. First, $150,000 will be dedicated to maintaining sickle cell outreach programs. Second, $200,000 will be allocated to support the operations of the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission. The third and largest allocation of $3 million will be disbursed to health centers authorized under Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act, which are incorporated in Oklahoma. These funds are specifically intended to increase access to primary healthcare services, including medical, dental, mental health, and substance abuse treatments, particularly in Medically Underserved Areas or for Medically Underserved Populations. The disbursement of these healthcare funds will be based on data related to patient volume and access for uninsured populations, with the specific method of distribution to be developed and formalized into rules by the State Department of Health. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2025, and is declared an emergency measure, which means it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1141&Session=2600