HB 2737 (2025)

HB 2737 adds marijuana use during pregnancy to child neglect definition.

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  1. Adds knowingly using marijuana during pregnancy to the definition of child neglect, even if the mother has a medical marijuana card.

    HB 2737 and HB 1750 are similar bills but have notable differences.

    Section of Law
    HB 1750 – Public health & safety
    HB 2737 – Child welfare & neglect

    Criminalized Act
    HB 1750 – A pregnant woman using marijuana during pregnancy
    HB 2737 – Using marijuana during pregnancy is child neglect

    Likely Enforcement
    HB 1750 – Law enforcement (police)
    HB 2737 – Department of Human Services, Child Protective Services, etc.

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An Act relating to children; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 1-1-105, which relates to the Oklahoma Children’s Code; modifying scope of certain definition; and providing an effective date.

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