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HB 2915

Public health and safety; Maternal Mortality Review Committee, membership, and election; advisory committees; effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ajay Pittman

HB 2915 restructures Oklahoma's Maternal Mortality Review Committee's membership selection and advisory committee operations to improve maternal health death investigations and prevention recommendations.

Referred to Public Health
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Bill Summary · HB 2915

Legislative bill overview

HB 2915 establishes or modifies the structure, membership, and operations of Oklahoma's Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC), including provisions for how committee members are elected or appointed and how advisory committees function. The bill addresses governance procedures for an existing maternal health oversight body responsible for reviewing pregnancy-related deaths.

Why is this important

Maternal mortality review committees play a critical role in identifying systemic causes of pregnancy-related deaths and recommending policy changes to prevent future deaths. Oklahoma, like many states, has experienced elevated maternal mortality rates, particularly among certain demographic groups. Clarifying committee structure and authority can improve the effectiveness of maternal health surveillance and intervention efforts.

Potential points of contention

  • Membership composition and representation: Disputes may arise over who should serve on the committee (healthcare providers, patients, state officials, advocates) and whether all relevant constituencies are adequately represented
  • Election vs. appointment mechanisms: Whether committee members should be elected by peers or appointed by state officials affects accountability and independence
  • Advisory committee scope: Uncertainty about advisory committee powers—whether they have binding influence or merely consultative roles—could create functional confusion

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

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