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OK HB3202

OK HB3202
Law enforcement training; requiring medical ethics and medical law in continuing education curriculum; effective date.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to law enforcement training; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3311.4, which relates to continuing law enforcement training; requiring medical ethics and medical law in continuing education curriculum; providing list of training and curriculum topics; directing the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training to collaborate with certain persons and institutions to develop a standardized curriculum; defining terms; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that by November 1, 2026, all law enforcement officers certified by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) must complete at least two hours of continuing education annually on medical ethics and medical law. This training will cover topics such as patient rights, informed consent, privacy laws like HIPAA, recognizing medical neglect or abuse, ethical decision-making in healthcare, and interactions with healthcare providers. CLEET is directed to collaborate with medical professionals, legal experts, and educational institutions to create a standardized curriculum for this training, which will be regularly updated. The bill defines "medical ethics" as the principles guiding medical professionals and patient rights, and "medical law" as the legal framework for healthcare practices and patient rights, aiming to enhance officers' understanding and handling of medical-related situations.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)

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