Bill No. 85, introduced by Senator Weaver and Representative Caldwell, amends Section 38 of Title 57 of the Oklahoma Statutes regarding reimbursement rates for counties retaining inmates. The bill increases the reimbursement rate from $27.00 to $32.00 per day for each inmate retained under specific conditions. It also updates the process for counties to notify the Department of Corrections if their actual daily costs exceed this new rate, with the potential for the reimbursement rate to be adjusted based on the county's reported costs. Additionally, the bill specifies that the reimbursement will be distributed monthly upon receipt and approval of billing statements from the counties.

The legislation also includes provisions for the reimbursement of emergency medical care for inmates, ensuring that the Department of Corrections will cover costs related to injuries or illnesses directly tied to incarceration, but only up to the rates established for Medicaid providers. The bill removes obsolete implementation requirements and clarifies that the Department of Corrections will handle applications for inmates needing extended medical care. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.