Bill No. 1065 amends Section 61.2 of Title 23 of the Oklahoma Statutes, specifically addressing compensation for noneconomic losses in civil actions arising from bodily injuries. The bill increases the cap on noneconomic damages from $350,000 to $500,000, while maintaining that there is no limit on noneconomic damages if the defendant's actions are found to be in reckless disregard, grossly negligent, fraudulent, or intentional. Additionally, the bill stipulates that in jury trials, jurors will not be informed of the cap on noneconomic damages, ensuring that their decisions are based solely on the facts of the case.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that it does not apply to actions under The Governmental Tort Claims Act or wrongful death actions brought under the Oklahoma Constitution. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025. This legislation aims to provide greater compensation for victims of bodily injury while ensuring that juries can make impartial decisions without the influence of damage caps.