The bill, known as Senate Bill No. 658, amends the Oklahoma Children's Code by prohibiting the Department of Human Services (DHS) from requiring adoptive or foster parents to affirm or support government policies related to sexual orientation or gender identity that conflict with their sincerely held religious or moral beliefs. Specifically, the bill states that DHS cannot deny eligibility for adoption or fostering based on these beliefs, nor can it establish any standards that would exclude parents from consideration for placements based on their religious or moral views regarding these issues.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that while the DHS must respect the beliefs of prospective adoptive or foster parents, it is still required to consider the religious or moral beliefs of the child and their family of origin when determining the best placement for the child. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.