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OK SB1505
OK SB1505State Department of Health; modifying appointing authority of State Commissioner of Health; restoring certain powers to the State Board of Health. 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 State Department of Health; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 1-103, 1-104, and 1- 105, which relate to governance of the Department; restoring certain powers and duties to the State Board of Health; modifying appointing authority of the State Commissioner of Health; modifying powers and duties of the Board; conforming language; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the governance of the State Department of Health by restoring certain powers and duties to the State Board of Health and altering how the State Commissioner of Health is appointed. Specifically, it removes language that transferred all duties and powers from the Board to the Commissioner and reinstates the Board's authority. The bill also changes the appointing authority for the State Commissioner of Health, shifting it from the Governor to the State Board of Health, and specifies that the Commissioner will serve at the pleasure of the Board. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the State Board of Health, not the Commissioner, will establish divisions, sections, bureaus, offices, and positions within the Department. The bill is set to become effective on 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=sb1505&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1505%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1505%20INT.PDF |
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