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OK SB1565
OK SB1565Medicaid; establishing powers and duties related to Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model; requiring inclusion of nutrition support services. Effective date. Emergency.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to the state Medicaid program; defining term; establishing certain powers and duties of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority for the purpose of participation in the Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model; limiting use of certain funds; requiring inclusion of nutrition support services; requiring and authorizing certain additional services; requiring submission of certain final report; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Oklahoma Health Care Authority's powers and duties to participate in the Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model, a federal initiative designed to improve maternal and infant health outcomes through a comprehensive approach to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care, by addressing physical, mental, and social needs. The Authority is empowered to accept and use federal funds specifically for this model, which must include nutrition support services for pregnant and postpartum Medicaid members with diet-related conditions or those at high risk for complications. These nutrition services can include medically tailored home-delivered meals, prepared by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to meet individual medical needs, and may also offer nutritional counseling, though it cannot be a mandatory condition for receiving meals. Furthermore, the Authority is required to submit a final report detailing services, finances, outcomes, and program performance after the TMaH Model concludes. This act will take effect on July 1, 2026, and is declared an emergency measure.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Coauthored by Representative Gise (principal House author) (on 02/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1565&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/SFLR/SB1565%20SFLR.PDF |
| Committee Amendment 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20AMENDMENTS/Senate/SB1565%20CA1.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: SB1565 INT FI | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/impact%20statements/fiscal/Senate/SB1565%20INT%20FI.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1565%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1565%20INT.PDF |
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