HB1566

Mental health; Neil's Law; Oklahoma Elder Exploitation and Abuse Act; purpose; intent; terms; civil actions; venue; relief; claim; records; vulnerable adult; effective date.

Complete·5/13/25

Oklahoma HB1566, known as Neil's Law, establishes the Oklahoma Elder Exploitation and Abuse Act to protect vulnerable adults.

Oklahoma HB1566, known as Neil's Law, creates the Oklahoma Elder Exploitation and Abuse Act. This law aims to protect incapacitated persons and vulnerable adults by allowing them or their legal representatives to pursue civil actions against those who neglect, exploit, or abuse them. It defines terms such as "abuse," "exploitation," "neglect," and "vulnerable adult." The act allows for claims to be brought in district court, authorizes courts to grant access to certain records, and provides for relief including damages and punitive damages.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

44 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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History

May 13, 2025

House

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/13/2025

May 6, 2025

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

May 6, 2025

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House