The bill amends Section 2-1001 of Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board. The key change is the extension of the Board's existence from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026, effectively re-creating the Board in accordance with the Oklahoma Sunset Law. The Board is tasked with coordinating efforts to address opioid overdose deaths, conducting case reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and improving policies and practices to prevent such fatalities. It also has the authority to enter into agreements with other entities for joint reviews and to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
In addition to the extension of the Board's termination date, the bill outlines the Board's responsibilities, including establishing criteria for case reviews, maintaining statistical information, and reporting findings to state leaders. The Board is required to conduct its reviews in executive sessions, ensuring that discussions about individual cases remain confidential and privileged. Furthermore, the Board must submit an annual report detailing the incidence and causes of opioid overdose deaths, along with recommendations for improvements in the medical and law enforcement systems, to be made public by February 1 of the following year.