An Act relating to birthing centers; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 6060.3, which relates to maternity benefits; modifying criteria for coverage of certain benefits; conforming language; defining term; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-701, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 117, O.S.L. 2023 (63 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 1-701), which relates to hospitals; modifying definitions; conforming language; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-702a, which relates to voluntary licensing of birthing centers; eliminating license for birthing centers; providing certain construction; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3129, which relates to Lilys Law; defining term; conforming language; updating statutory language; directing the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to seek certain federal approval; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. (FIL )
Status:
Approved
Location:
Approved
Session:
2024 Regular Session
Eliminates birth center licensing and sets new standards for coverage by health insurance plans.
Proposed changes in SB 538 would govern the fund’s expenditures.
The new fund would absorb the current balance associated with the Choosing Childbirth Act and the proposed $18,000,000 general budget process allocation.
Authors
Kristen Thompson – SD 22
Marcus McEntire – HD 50