This bill mandates that hospitals in Oklahoma must offer influenza vaccinations to inpatients aged 65 years and older prior to their discharge, specifically during the period from October 1 to March 1 of the following year. The vaccinations must align with the latest recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the offer is contingent upon the availability of the vaccine and any contraindications for the patient.
The new legal language will be codified as Section 1-706.30 of Title 63 in the Oklahoma Statutes. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.