This bill amends Section 2-111 of Title 43A of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the management of real property held by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. The legislation mandates that all proceeds from the sale of real property must be deposited into the Department's Real Property Trust and specifies that these funds are to be used exclusively for tangible infrastructure improvements, capital projects, or other purposes that directly benefit individuals served by the Department. Additionally, the bill expands the list of specific tracts of land that may be sold, including various properties located in Cleveland County, Oklahoma City, Tulsa County, and other areas.
Furthermore, the bill removes certain provisions that previously restricted the sale of real property held in trust, allowing for a more flexible approach to managing these assets. It also emphasizes that no real property held in trust should be sold to fund prevention, mental health, or addiction treatment services. The bill declares an emergency, indicating that it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval to ensure the timely management of the Department's real property assets.