Bill > HB3975

This bill establishes the "Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program" (ORHT) to oversee federal funds received by the State Department of Health for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, which is a federal initiative. The State Department of Health is designated as the lead agency, responsible for coordinating with other state agencies and the federal government, including reporting on program progress, expenditures, and any changes made to the original application submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The bill also creates the "Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Revolving Fund" to hold and manage these federal funds, which are considered appropriated for approved RHT Program projects. The Department can enter into agreements, called memoranda of understanding, with partner agencies to spend these funds, but only for purposes directly related to the RHT Program. The bill also mandates quarterly progress reports on its website and annual reports to various state officials and legislative committees. Finally, it declares an emergency, meaning the law will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3975&Session=2600