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OK SB1644
OK SB1644Public health; requiring addition of alpha-gal disease to list of reportable conditions. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to public health; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-503, which relates to reports of disease; updating statutory language and reference; requiring addition of alpha-gal disease to list of reportable conditions; making language gender neutral; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Oklahoma Commissioner of Health to add alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), a disease that can cause allergic reactions to red meat, to the state's official list of reportable diseases, meaning healthcare providers and laboratories must report cases to the Department of Health. The bill also updates existing language in the Oklahoma Public Health Code regarding disease reporting, making it gender-neutral and clarifying that the Commissioner, rather than the Board, of Health is responsible for promulgating rules for this reporting system, which applies to all healthcare providers and clinical laboratories. This change will take effect on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Placed on General Order (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1644&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/SFLR/SB1644%20SFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1644%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1644%20INT.PDF |
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