Maternal care; Oklahoma Families Thriving Everywhere Now (OFTEN) Revolving Fund; appropriations; effective date.
Third Reading, Measure failed: Ayes: 33 Nays: 56
Summary
The bill establishes the Oklahoma Families Thriving Everywhere Now (OFTEN) Revolving Fund within the State Treasury to finance a statewide tele‑care program for pregnant women and new parents. Services would be delivered mainly through electronic means by contracted nonprofit organizations and would focus on education, care coordination, and support, while prohibiting any assistance with elective abortions. The program targets Oklahoma residents who are pregnant or are the biological parents of an unborn child, with limited follow‑up support for those who voluntarily terminate a pregnancy.
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