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SB 1058

Public health; requiring certain perinatal mental health screenings; requiring the State Department of Health to make available certain resources; requiring compilation and publication of certain data. Effective date.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Regina Goodwin

Oklahoma bill requires perinatal mental health screenings, mandates health department resources and data publication to improve diagnosis and treatment access for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
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Bill Summary · SB 1058

Legislative bill overview

SB 1058 mandates perinatal mental health screenings as part of standard healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals in Oklahoma. The bill requires the State Department of Health to develop and distribute resources related to perinatal mental health and directs the department to compile and publish data on screening outcomes and mental health treatment access.

Why is this important

Perinatal depression and anxiety affect 1 in 5 to 1 in 7 pregnant or postpartum individuals, yet many cases go undiagnosed due to lack of systematic screening. Establishing statewide screening requirements could improve early identification, reduce maternal mortality and morbidity, and connect vulnerable populations to treatment. Publishing data would create accountability and help identify gaps in mental health resources across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Healthcare providers may face expenses for staff training, screening tools, and documentation systems without guaranteed reimbursement mechanisms specified in the bill
  • Resource availability: Requiring screening without ensuring adequate mental health services available statewide could create demand that exceeds treatment capacity, particularly in rural areas
  • Privacy and data concerns: Compiling and publishing perinatal mental health data raises questions about individual privacy protections and how de-identification will be handled to prevent stigmatization

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

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