Bill No. 95 amends the Administrative Workers Compensation Act in Oklahoma by updating and clarifying various definitions and statutory language related to workers' compensation. Key changes include the inclusion of self-insured groups under the definition of "carrier," the introduction of new terms such as "continuing medical maintenance" and "gainful employment," and the modification of the definition of "employee" to encompass members of the Oklahoma National Guard during state orders. The bill also expands exclusions from the definition of "employee" to include individuals in temporary work arrangements without expected financial compensation, aiming to provide clearer guidelines for workers' compensation claims.

Additionally, the bill refines existing definitions, such as "major cause," which must now be established by a preponderance of the evidence, and clarifies terms related to disability based on objective findings and medical evidence. It updates the definition of "surviving spouse" to include legally recognized marriages, including common law marriages. The amendments are designed to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of the workers' compensation system in Oklahoma, with the new provisions set to take effect on November 1, 2025.