SB496

Governmental Tort Claims Act; modifying definition. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB496 amends the Governmental Tort Claims Act by modifying definitions and setting an effective date.

Oklahoma SB496 amends The Governmental Tort Claims Act by modifying definitions related to employees, agencies, and claims. It specifies that certain health care providers and entities are considered employees for tort claims purposes. The bill also sets an effective date of November 1, 2025.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Frix