This bill mandates that all hospitals and health care facilities in Oklahoma post specific signage regarding domestic violence and human trafficking. The signage must be displayed in conspicuous areas as well as in private spaces designated for patients and healthcare providers. It will inform individuals that if they are victims of domestic abuse or human trafficking for commercial sex, they should notify the facility staff immediately.
Additionally, the bill requires these facilities to develop protocols for reporting suspected or confirmed cases of domestic abuse and human trafficking to law enforcement before discharging individuals. These protocols must also ensure that the discharge or release of victims occurs without interference from or notification to the alleged perpetrators. The State Department of Health is tasked with creating rules to standardize the signage's placement, size, format, and specifications. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.