SB444

Controlled dangerous substances; modifying and removing requirements and procedures related to destruction requiring compliance with federal regulation. Effective date.

Complete·5/6/26

Oklahoma SB444 modifies procedures for the destruction of controlled dangerous substances, aligning them with federal regulations.

Oklahoma SB444 amends the procedures for the destruction of controlled dangerous substances, requiring compliance with federal regulations. It allows qualified hospice programs to handle and dispose of controlled substances lawfully dispensed to decedents without registration. The bill also permits ultimate users to submit their own drugs for disposal under specific conditions. It authorizes the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to incinerate controlled substances obtained during official duties.

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  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

85 Yea

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0 Nay

14 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 15

3:00 PM

House Health and Human Services Oversight Hearing

Apr 8

10:30 AM

House Alcohol, Tobacco and Controlled Substances Hearing

History

May 6

Senate

Approved by Governor 05/06/2026

Apr 30

Senate

Enrolled, to House

Apr 30

House

Signed, returned to Senate