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HCR 1004

Concurrent resolution; consent decree; Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Oklahoma Forensic Center, and the putative class; approval.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kyle Hilbert and 1 co-sponsor

Overview: HCR 1004 is a concurrent resolution that seeks to approve a consent decree between the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, the Oklahoma Forensic Cen

Withdrawn from Calendar; referred to Appropriations and Budget Committee
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Bill Summary · HCR 1004

Overview: HCR 1004 is a concurrent resolution that seeks to approve a consent decree between the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, the Oklahoma Forensic Center, and a putative class.

Purpose and Intent: The resolution aims to formalize an agreement that would address issues and concerns related to the treatment and care of individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders who are involved with the state's forensic mental health system.

Key Provisions:
- Approves a consent decree between the named parties
- Requires the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to implement the terms of the consent decree
- Establishes ongoing monitoring and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with the decree

Affected Parties and Impacts: This resolution would directly impact the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, the Oklahoma Forensic Center, and individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders who are part of the state's forensic mental health system.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HCR 1004 has been withdrawn from the calendar and referred to the Appropriations and Budget Committee for further consideration. The consent decree must be approved by the legislature before it can be implemented.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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