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OK SB1421
OK SB1421Mental health; requiring nonphysical intervention training for certain facilities and programs. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to mental health; requiring nonphysical intervention training for certain facilities and programs; describing training; requiring and prohibiting certain acts by staff or volunteer; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that all clinical staff, direct care staff, and volunteers who work with minor children in facilities or programs certified by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS) and receive funding from DMHSAS must complete nonphysical intervention training. This training will focus on nonviolent techniques for managing conflicts, promoting dignity and self-esteem, effective communication, and nonviolent intervention strategies. Staff and volunteers must finish this training within 30 days of being hired and receive annual updates thereafter, and they are prohibited from intervening with a minor child before completing the required training. This act is set to become effective on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Placed on General Order (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1421&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/SFLR/SB1421%20SFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1421%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1421%20INT.PDF |
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