House Bill No. 1137 amends Section 150.12A-1 of the Oklahoma Statutes to enhance the state's response to the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous persons. The bill removes previous requirements for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) to obtain federal funding and grants by a specific date, allowing the Bureau to focus on coordinating efforts and gathering data without the constraints of federal funding timelines. Instead, the Bureau is tasked with creating an Office of Liaison for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons, which will include personnel with significant experience in tribal communities and may include a missing persons specialist, depending on available funding.

The newly established Office will collaborate with various law enforcement agencies and provide support to families and tribal organizations regarding missing persons and homicide cases involving American Indian individuals. It will also develop best practices for law enforcement responses, assist families in navigating legal processes, and facilitate training for law enforcement and the public on related issues. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.