The bill establishes the Child Welfare Task Force, which will operate until November 1, 2027, to study and make recommendations on policies and programs aimed at improving the foster care system in Oklahoma. The task force's primary objectives include reducing the time children spend in foster care, minimizing reentries into the system after achieving permanency, identifying risk factors for child removal, and proposing support for biological parents. The task force will be composed of nine members, including legislative leaders, representatives from the Department of Human Services, and appointees from the Governor, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives.

The bill outlines the structure and operational guidelines for the task force, including the selection of a chair by the Governor, the ability to form committees, and the requirement for a majority quorum to conduct business. Members will serve without compensation, and the Department of Human Services is tasked with providing necessary staffing and support. The task force is required to submit a report detailing its findings and recommendations to key state leaders by November 1, 2027. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.