House Bill No. 2185 establishes new responsibilities for the Department of Human Services, the Office of Juvenile Affairs, and local government entities (counties, municipalities, or political subdivisions) when there is reason to believe that a crime has been committed against a child in their custody by an employee or contractor. Each entity is required to exercise due diligence in ensuring that law enforcement takes appropriate action, which may include conducting investigations or filing reports. Furthermore, they must follow up with law enforcement every thirty days after the initial report until the case is resolved or the child is no longer in their custody. Documentation of these actions must be placed in the child's file.

The bill codifies these new requirements into the Oklahoma Statutes, specifically as Sections 1-8-113 and 2-7-621 of Title 10A, and Section 2-118 of Title 30. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025.