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OK SB1506
OK SB1506Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; modifying appointing authority of the Commissioner. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Section 2-101, which relates to the Board of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; modifying appointing authority of the Commissioner of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; conforming language; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies how the Commissioner of the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is appointed and managed. Previously, the Commissioner was appointed by the Governor with the Senate's approval and served at the Governor's pleasure, with compensation also set by the Governor. This bill changes the appointing authority to the Board of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, meaning the Board will now appoint, set the Commissioner's compensation, and have the power to remove or replace the Commissioner without cause. The bill also conforms existing language to reflect these changes and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1506&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1506%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1506%20INT.PDF |
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