HB2207

Children; definitions; term; facilities; petition; protective order; evidence; court; codification; effective date; emergency.

Complete·5/12/25

Oklahoma HB2207 amends definitions in the Oklahoma Children's Code to clarify terms related to child welfare and protection.

Oklahoma HB2207 amends the Oklahoma Children's Code by updating and clarifying definitions related to child welfare and protection. The bill defines terms such as "child," "neglect," "sexual abuse," and "residential program," among others. It specifies that neglect does not include independent activities unless the responsible person willfully disregards harm. The bill also defines "qualified residential treatment program" and allows such programs to petition for protective orders on behalf of children in their care.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

42 Yea

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0 Nay

5 Absent

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History

May 12, 2025

House

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/11/2025

May 5, 2025

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

May 5, 2025

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House