This bill establishes the "Options Counseling for Long-term Care Revolving Fund" within the State Treasury, specifically for the Oklahoma Department of Human Services. The fund will be a continuous source of financing, not limited by fiscal year constraints, and will include all funds received from state appropriations, federal sources, donations, grants, and contributions aimed at providing long-term care options consultation. The Oklahoma Department of Human Services will be authorized to budget and expend these funds to assist individuals and their representatives in understanding long-term care options, with expenditures managed through the State Treasurer.
The bill also includes a provision for its effective date, set for July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency to ensure the act takes effect immediately upon passage and approval. This emergency declaration emphasizes the urgency of implementing the fund to support long-term care options for individuals in need.