HB1397

Telemedicine for mental health; consent for medical treatment of minor; exceptions; penalties for violations; effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma HB1397 amends consent laws for medical treatment of minors to include telemedicine for mental health.

Oklahoma HB1397 modifies existing laws to include telemedicine for mental health under the consent requirements for medical treatment of minors. It specifies that no person or entity may perform surgical procedures, physical examinations, or prescribe drugs to a minor without written consent from a parent or legal guardian, except in emergencies or when the parent cannot be located. The bill also outlines penalties for violations and sets an effective date.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 4, 2025

House

Second Reading referred to Rules

Feb 3, 2025

House

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

House

Authored by Representative Provenzano