Bill > SB1137

This bill provides detailed financial and operational guidance for Oklahoma's Department of Human Services (DHS) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill allocates $7,762,004 to replace reduced federal matching dollars and requires maintaining funding levels for senior nutrition programs, with joint legislative approval required before closing any senior nutrition sites. The legislation also appropriates $2,500,000 to permanently provide a second meal per day for the ADvantage Waiver Program, which supports individuals with disabilities or age-related needs. Additionally, the bill maintains funding levels for various waiver programs, including Community, Homeward Bound, and In-Home Supports Waivers, and allows the Developmental Disability Services Division to budget for expanded services like family meetings, professional development, and improved intake processes. The bill mandates a transfer of $5,600,000 to the Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Account and appropriates all federal monies from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and Child Care and Development Block Grants. The legislation also provides flexibility for the DHS director to request early tax collection transfers and inter-fund transfers to address cash flow issues, with specific record-keeping requirements. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause to ensure immediate implementation.

Budget and Finance

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1137&Session=2600