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 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 forensic-related legislation, and collaborating with federally approved monitors. They will also have access to necessary data and IT support to implement a competency continuum in Oklahoma, control appropriated funds for the consent decree, and provide regular financial reports to the Oklahoma Legislature. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.