The bill amends the Oklahoma Crime Victims Compensation Act by modifying the definition of "allowable expense" in 21 O.S. 2021, Section 142.3. The updated definition now includes several new categories of expenses that can be compensated, specifically adding educational expenses for victims' dependents. These educational expenses may cover tuition and fees at private schools, career and technology programs, public or private institutions of higher education, and academic tutoring services. Additionally, the bill removes the previous mention of "and" before the new educational expenses, indicating a restructuring of the list of allowable expenses.

The bill aims to enhance support for victims and their families by broadening the scope of financial assistance available to them. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2026, allowing time for implementation and awareness of the new provisions. Overall, this legislative change seeks to provide more comprehensive support to those affected by criminal acts, particularly in terms of educational opportunities for dependents of victims.