OK
Oklahoma House Bill HB2404

Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB2404

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

Health care; creating the Health Care Authority Governance Act; effective date.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will have significant implications for state laws governing health care management in Oklahoma. It will redefine the governance framework of the Health Care Authority, potentially leading to more streamlined processes and improved service delivery. The bill is seen as a response to ongoing concerns regarding the efficacy and efficiency of health care services, ensuring that leadership roles within the authority are clearly defined and functioning optimally to meet the needs of residents.

Summary

House Bill 2404, known as the Health Care Authority Governance Act, is designed to establish clear governance structures within the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. The bill aims to enhance oversight and accountability in the management of healthcare services provided under state programs. This legislative measure reflects a growing trend towards more organized and accountable governance in public health initiatives, particularly in light of recent healthcare challenges faced by the state.

Contention

Notably, discussions around HB 2404 highlight potential points of contention among legislators regarding the scope of authority granted under the new governance structure. There are concerns that this bill could centralize power within the authority, possibly limiting local input and oversight. Critics fear that without appropriate checks and balances, the governance changes could lead to inefficiencies or mismanagement in health care delivery, thereby affecting the quality of services for Oklahomans.

Companion Bills

OK HB2404

Carry Over Health care; creating the Health Care Authority Governance Act; effective date.

Previously Filed As

OK HB2404

Health care; creating the Health Care Authority Governance Act; effective date.

OK HB2405

Mental health; creating the Department of Mental Health Governance Act; effective date.

OK HB2325

Health care; Health Care Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK SB850

Health insurance; creating the Task Force on Rural Health Care Reimbursement. Effective date.

OK HB1029

Revenue and taxation; creating the Caring for Caregivers Act; creating family caregiver tax credit; credit caps; authorizing Tax Commission to promulgate rules; effective date.

OK HB1657

Health care; directing Oklahoma Health Care Authority to establish certain provider enrollment and credentialing processes; creating certain exception; effective date.

OK SB577

Income tax credit; creating the Caring for Caregivers Act; authorizing tax credit for care and support expenditures; limiting annual credit. Effective date.

OK HB1714

Medicaid reimbursement rate; Oklahoma Health Care Authority; increase for Medicaid primary care providers; effective date; emergency.

OK HB2407

Children; creating the Office of Juvenile Affairs Governance Act; effective date.

OK HB2406

Corrections; creating the Department of Corrections Governance Act; effective date.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.