House Bill No. 2513 mandates the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to designate an individual responsible for implementing the requirements of a consent decree stemming from the case Briggs et al v. Friesen et al. This new law outlines specific qualifications for the designee, including advanced degrees in relevant fields, specialty certifications, and recent experience in competency evaluations. The designee will have significant authority, including the ability to manage forensic services, oversee hiring and training, and communicate with jails and courts regarding defendants in the forensic system.

Additionally, the designee will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the consent decree, managing appropriated funds, and preparing regular reports for the Oklahoma Legislature. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration with federally approved monitors and grants the designee access to necessary data and IT support to fulfill their duties effectively. An emergency clause is included, allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.